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February 02, 2012

Bloomberg: What Jesus might say is debated in survey of Christian politics

by Nicole Ostrow
Bloomberg

Jan. 30 (Bloomberg) -- Christians in the U.S. who labeled themselves politically liberal or conservative told researchers Jesus wouldn’t necessarily agree with their social views if he were alive today, according to a study.

The conservatives said Jesus would probably be more against abortion and same-sex marriage than they are, and less opposed to helping illegal immigrants obtain citizenship. Liberals believe Jesus would be tougher than them on morality and more open on questions concerning fellowship.

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