| Survey year | Republican/lean Rep. | No lean | Democrat/lean Dem. | Sample size |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | 43% | 17% | 40% | 25,048 |
| 2007 | 39% | 17% | 44% | 28,279 |
Sample sizes and margins of error vary from subgroup to subgroup, from year to year and from state to state. You can see the sample size for the estimates in this chart on rollover or in the last column of the table. And visit this table to see approximate margins of error for a group of a given size. Readers should always bear in mind the approximate margin of error for the group they are examining when making comparisons with other groups or assessing the significance of trends over time. For full question wording, see the survey questionnaire.
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Demographic✭Information
Age distribution among Christians by political party
% of Christians who are ages…
| Party affiliation | 18-29 | 30-49 | 50-64 | 65+ | Sample size |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Republican/lean Rep. | 17% | 32% | 29% | 22% | 11,332 |
| No lean | 19% | 38% | 26% | 17% | 3,536 |
| Democrat/lean Dem. | 17% | 32% | 30% | 21% | 9,652 |
Sample sizes and margins of error vary from subgroup to subgroup, from year to year and from state to state. You can see the sample size for the estimates in this chart on rollover or in the last column of the table. And visit this table to see approximate margins of error for a group of a given size. Readers should always bear in mind the approximate margin of error for the group they are examining when making comparisons with other groups or assessing the significance of trends over time. For full question wording, see the survey questionnaire.
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Generational cohort among Christians by political party
% of Christians who are…
| Party affiliation | Younger Millennial | Older Millennial | Generation X | Baby Boomer | Silent | Greatest | Sample size |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Republican/lean Rep. | 11% | 11% | 27% | 35% | 15% | 1% | 11,332 |
| No lean | 11% | 14% | 31% | 31% | 11% | 1% | 3,536 |
| Democrat/lean Dem. | 11% | 12% | 26% | 36% | 14% | 2% | 9,652 |
Sample sizes and margins of error vary from subgroup to subgroup, from year to year and from state to state. You can see the sample size for the estimates in this chart on rollover or in the last column of the table. And visit this table to see approximate margins of error for a group of a given size. Readers should always bear in mind the approximate margin of error for the group they are examining when making comparisons with other groups or assessing the significance of trends over time. For full question wording, see the survey questionnaire.
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Gender composition among Christians by political party
% of Christians who are…
| Party affiliation | Men | Women | Sample size |
|---|---|---|---|
| Republican/lean Rep. | 50% | 50% | 11,527 |
| No lean | 42% | 58% | 3,719 |
| Democrat/lean Dem. | 41% | 59% | 9,802 |
Sample sizes and margins of error vary from subgroup to subgroup, from year to year and from state to state. You can see the sample size for the estimates in this chart on rollover or in the last column of the table. And visit this table to see approximate margins of error for a group of a given size. Readers should always bear in mind the approximate margin of error for the group they are examining when making comparisons with other groups or assessing the significance of trends over time. For full question wording, see the survey questionnaire.
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Racial and ethnic composition among Christians by political party
% of Christians who identify as…
| Party affiliation | White | Black | Asian | Latino | Other/Mixed | Sample size |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Republican/lean Rep. | 84% | 3% | 2% | 9% | 2% | 11,396 |
| No lean | 57% | 9% | 2% | 28% | 5% | 3,616 |
| Democrat/lean Dem. | 50% | 25% | 2% | 19% | 4% | 9,725 |
Sample sizes and margins of error vary from subgroup to subgroup, from year to year and from state to state. You can see the sample size for the estimates in this chart on rollover or in the last column of the table. And visit this table to see approximate margins of error for a group of a given size. Readers should always bear in mind the approximate margin of error for the group they are examining when making comparisons with other groups or assessing the significance of trends over time. For full question wording, see the survey questionnaire.
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Immigrant status among Christians by political party
% of Christians who are…
| Party affiliation | Immigrants | Second generation | Third generation or higher | Sample size |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Republican/lean Rep. | 8% | 8% | 84% | 11,451 |
| No lean | 26% | 8% | 66% | 3,609 |
| Democrat/lean Dem. | 16% | 10% | 73% | 9,689 |
Sample sizes and margins of error vary from subgroup to subgroup, from year to year and from state to state. You can see the sample size for the estimates in this chart on rollover or in the last column of the table. And visit this table to see approximate margins of error for a group of a given size. Readers should always bear in mind the approximate margin of error for the group they are examining when making comparisons with other groups or assessing the significance of trends over time. For full question wording, see the survey questionnaire.
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Income distribution among Christians by political party
% of Christians who have a household income of…
| Party affiliation | Less than $30,000 | $30,000-$49,999 | $50,000-$99,999 | $100,000 or more | Sample size |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Republican/lean Rep. | 25% | 21% | 32% | 22% | 10,059 |
| No lean | 49% | 20% | 21% | 10% | 2,795 |
| Democrat/lean Dem. | 42% | 21% | 23% | 14% | 8,762 |
Sample sizes and margins of error vary from subgroup to subgroup, from year to year and from state to state. You can see the sample size for the estimates in this chart on rollover or in the last column of the table. And visit this table to see approximate margins of error for a group of a given size. Readers should always bear in mind the approximate margin of error for the group they are examining when making comparisons with other groups or assessing the significance of trends over time. For full question wording, see the survey questionnaire.
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Educational distribution among Christians by political party
% of Christians who have completed…
| Party affiliation | High school or less | Some college | College | Post-graduate degree | Sample size |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Republican/lean Rep. | 38% | 33% | 19% | 10% | 11,483 |
| No lean | 54% | 29% | 11% | 6% | 3,649 |
| Democrat/lean Dem. | 45% | 31% | 14% | 10% | 9,766 |
Sample sizes and margins of error vary from subgroup to subgroup, from year to year and from state to state. You can see the sample size for the estimates in this chart on rollover or in the last column of the table. And visit this table to see approximate margins of error for a group of a given size. Readers should always bear in mind the approximate margin of error for the group they are examining when making comparisons with other groups or assessing the significance of trends over time. For full question wording, see the survey questionnaire.
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Marital status among Christians by political party
% of Christians who are…
| Party affiliation | Married | Living with a partner | Divorced/separated | Widowed | Never married | Sample size |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Republican/lean Rep. | 61% | 4% | 11% | 7% | 17% | 11,495 |
| No lean | 50% | 8% | 15% | 8% | 19% | 3,672 |
| Democrat/lean Dem. | 43% | 7% | 16% | 9% | 24% | 9,771 |
Sample sizes and margins of error vary from subgroup to subgroup, from year to year and from state to state. You can see the sample size for the estimates in this chart on rollover or in the last column of the table. And visit this table to see approximate margins of error for a group of a given size. Readers should always bear in mind the approximate margin of error for the group they are examining when making comparisons with other groups or assessing the significance of trends over time. For full question wording, see the survey questionnaire.
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Parent of children under 18 among Christians by political party
% of Christians who are…
| Party affiliation | Parents | Non-parents | Sample size |
|---|---|---|---|
| Republican/lean Rep. | 30% | 70% | 11,489 |
| No lean | 34% | 66% | 3,685 |
| Democrat/lean Dem. | 29% | 71% | 9,777 |
Sample sizes and margins of error vary from subgroup to subgroup, from year to year and from state to state. You can see the sample size for the estimates in this chart on rollover or in the last column of the table. And visit this table to see approximate margins of error for a group of a given size. Readers should always bear in mind the approximate margin of error for the group they are examining when making comparisons with other groups or assessing the significance of trends over time. For full question wording, see the survey questionnaire.
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Beliefs✭and✭Practices
Belief in God among Christians by political party
% of Christians who say they…
| Party affiliation | Believe in God; absolutely certain | Believe in God; fairly certain | Believe in God; not too/not at all certain | Believe in God; don't know | Do not believe in God | Other/don't know if they believe in God | Sample size |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Republican/lean Rep. | 81% | 15% | 2% | < 1% | 1% | 1% | 11,527 |
| No lean | 74% | 20% | 3% | 1% | 1% | 1% | 3,719 |
| Democrat/lean Dem. | 72% | 21% | 4% | 1% | 1% | 1% | 9,802 |
Sample sizes and margins of error vary from subgroup to subgroup, from year to year and from state to state. You can see the sample size for the estimates in this chart on rollover or in the last column of the table. And visit this table to see approximate margins of error for a group of a given size. Readers should always bear in mind the approximate margin of error for the group they are examining when making comparisons with other groups or assessing the significance of trends over time. For full question wording, see the survey questionnaire.
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Importance of religion in one's life among Christians by political party
% of Christians who say religion is…
| Party affiliation | Very important | Somewhat important | Not too important | Not at all important | Don't know | Sample size |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Republican/lean Rep. | 71% | 23% | 5% | 1% | < 1% | 11,527 |
| No lean | 68% | 25% | 5% | 2% | 1% | 3,719 |
| Democrat/lean Dem. | 65% | 26% | 6% | 2% | < 1% | 9,802 |
Sample sizes and margins of error vary from subgroup to subgroup, from year to year and from state to state. You can see the sample size for the estimates in this chart on rollover or in the last column of the table. And visit this table to see approximate margins of error for a group of a given size. Readers should always bear in mind the approximate margin of error for the group they are examining when making comparisons with other groups or assessing the significance of trends over time. For full question wording, see the survey questionnaire.
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Attendance at religious services among Christians by political party
% of Christians who attend religious services…
| Party affiliation | At least once a week | Once or twice a month/a few times a year | Seldom/never | Don't know | Sample size |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Republican/lean Rep. | 52% | 33% | 15% | < 1% | 11,527 |
| No lean | 46% | 34% | 19% | 1% | 3,719 |
| Democrat/lean Dem. | 42% | 39% | 18% | < 1% | 9,802 |
Sample sizes and margins of error vary from subgroup to subgroup, from year to year and from state to state. You can see the sample size for the estimates in this chart on rollover or in the last column of the table. And visit this table to see approximate margins of error for a group of a given size. Readers should always bear in mind the approximate margin of error for the group they are examining when making comparisons with other groups or assessing the significance of trends over time. For full question wording, see the survey questionnaire.
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Frequency of prayer among Christians by political party
% of Christians who pray…
| Party affiliation | At least daily | Weekly | Monthly | Seldom/never | Don't know | Sample size |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Republican/lean Rep. | 70% | 17% | 5% | 8% | 1% | 11,527 |
| No lean | 67% | 16% | 6% | 10% | 2% | 3,719 |
| Democrat/lean Dem. | 66% | 18% | 5% | 10% | 1% | 9,802 |
Sample sizes and margins of error vary from subgroup to subgroup, from year to year and from state to state. You can see the sample size for the estimates in this chart on rollover or in the last column of the table. And visit this table to see approximate margins of error for a group of a given size. Readers should always bear in mind the approximate margin of error for the group they are examining when making comparisons with other groups or assessing the significance of trends over time. For full question wording, see the survey questionnaire.
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Frequency of participation in prayer, scripture study or religious education groups among Christians by political party
% of Christians who attend prayer group…
| Party affiliation | At least once a week | Once or twice a month | Several times a year | Seldom/never | Don't know | Sample size |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Republican/lean Rep. | 35% | 11% | 10% | 44% | < 1% | 11,527 |
| No lean | 34% | 10% | 9% | 46% | 2% | 3,719 |
| Democrat/lean Dem. | 28% | 11% | 9% | 52% | 1% | 9,802 |
Sample sizes and margins of error vary from subgroup to subgroup, from year to year and from state to state. You can see the sample size for the estimates in this chart on rollover or in the last column of the table. And visit this table to see approximate margins of error for a group of a given size. Readers should always bear in mind the approximate margin of error for the group they are examining when making comparisons with other groups or assessing the significance of trends over time. For full question wording, see the survey questionnaire.
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Frequency of meditation among Christians by political party
% of Christians who meditate…
| Party affiliation | At least once a week | Once or twice a month | Several times a year | Seldom/never | Don't know | Sample size |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Republican/lean Rep. | 43% | 7% | 3% | 44% | 2% | 11,527 |
| No lean | 47% | 7% | 4% | 39% | 3% | 3,719 |
| Democrat/lean Dem. | 45% | 9% | 5% | 40% | 1% | 9,802 |
Sample sizes and margins of error vary from subgroup to subgroup, from year to year and from state to state. You can see the sample size for the estimates in this chart on rollover or in the last column of the table. And visit this table to see approximate margins of error for a group of a given size. Readers should always bear in mind the approximate margin of error for the group they are examining when making comparisons with other groups or assessing the significance of trends over time. For full question wording, see the survey questionnaire.
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Frequency of feeling spiritual peace and wellbeing among Christians by political party
% of Christians who feel a sense of spiritual peace and wellbeing…
| Party affiliation | At least once a week | Once or twice a month | Several times a year | Seldom/never | Don't know | Sample size |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Republican/lean Rep. | 68% | 15% | 8% | 9% | 1% | 11,527 |
| No lean | 66% | 13% | 7% | 11% | 2% | 3,719 |
| Democrat/lean Dem. | 63% | 15% | 10% | 12% | 1% | 9,802 |
Sample sizes and margins of error vary from subgroup to subgroup, from year to year and from state to state. You can see the sample size for the estimates in this chart on rollover or in the last column of the table. And visit this table to see approximate margins of error for a group of a given size. Readers should always bear in mind the approximate margin of error for the group they are examining when making comparisons with other groups or assessing the significance of trends over time. For full question wording, see the survey questionnaire.
Frequency of feeling wonder about the universe among Christians by political party
% of Christians who feel a sense of wonder about the universe…
| Party affiliation | At least once a week | Once or twice a month | Several times a year | Seldom/never | Don't know | Sample size |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Republican/lean Rep. | 44% | 17% | 13% | 24% | 1% | 11,527 |
| No lean | 46% | 13% | 12% | 26% | 3% | 3,719 |
| Democrat/lean Dem. | 45% | 16% | 13% | 25% | 2% | 9,802 |
Sample sizes and margins of error vary from subgroup to subgroup, from year to year and from state to state. You can see the sample size for the estimates in this chart on rollover or in the last column of the table. And visit this table to see approximate margins of error for a group of a given size. Readers should always bear in mind the approximate margin of error for the group they are examining when making comparisons with other groups or assessing the significance of trends over time. For full question wording, see the survey questionnaire.
Sources of guidance on right and wrong among Christians by political party
% of Christians who say they look to…most for guidance on right and wrong
| Party affiliation | Religion | Philosophy/reason | Common sense | Science | Don't know | Sample size |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Republican/lean Rep. | 51% | 7% | 36% | 4% | 2% | 11,527 |
| No lean | 43% | 7% | 41% | 6% | 4% | 3,719 |
| Democrat/lean Dem. | 36% | 9% | 45% | 8% | 2% | 9,802 |
Sample sizes and margins of error vary from subgroup to subgroup, from year to year and from state to state. You can see the sample size for the estimates in this chart on rollover or in the last column of the table. And visit this table to see approximate margins of error for a group of a given size. Readers should always bear in mind the approximate margin of error for the group they are examining when making comparisons with other groups or assessing the significance of trends over time. For full question wording, see the survey questionnaire.
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Belief in absolute standards for right and wrong among Christians by political party
% of Christians who say…
| Party affiliation | There are clear standards for what is right and wrong | Right or wrong depends on the situation | Neither/both equally | Don't know | Sample size |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Republican/lean Rep. | 52% | 46% | 1% | 1% | 11,527 |
| No lean | 34% | 62% | 2% | 2% | 3,719 |
| Democrat/lean Dem. | 26% | 71% | 1% | 1% | 9,802 |
Sample sizes and margins of error vary from subgroup to subgroup, from year to year and from state to state. You can see the sample size for the estimates in this chart on rollover or in the last column of the table. And visit this table to see approximate margins of error for a group of a given size. Readers should always bear in mind the approximate margin of error for the group they are examining when making comparisons with other groups or assessing the significance of trends over time. For full question wording, see the survey questionnaire.
Frequency of reading scripture among Christians by political party
% of Christians who read scripture…
| Party affiliation | At least once a week | Once or twice a month | Several times a year | Seldom/never | Don't know | Sample size |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Republican/lean Rep. | 49% | 12% | 8% | 30% | 1% | 11,527 |
| No lean | 46% | 10% | 8% | 34% | 1% | 3,719 |
| Democrat/lean Dem. | 40% | 13% | 10% | 37% | 1% | 9,802 |
Sample sizes and margins of error vary from subgroup to subgroup, from year to year and from state to state. You can see the sample size for the estimates in this chart on rollover or in the last column of the table. And visit this table to see approximate margins of error for a group of a given size. Readers should always bear in mind the approximate margin of error for the group they are examining when making comparisons with other groups or assessing the significance of trends over time. For full question wording, see the survey questionnaire.
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Interpreting scripture among Christians by political party
% of Christians who say the holy scripture is…
| Party affiliation | Word of God; should be taken literally | Word of God; not everything taken literally | Word of God; other/don't know | Not the word of God | Other/don't know | Sample size |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Republican/lean Rep. | 42% | 36% | 3% | 14% | 5% | 11,527 |
| No lean | 40% | 28% | 5% | 17% | 10% | 3,719 |
| Democrat/lean Dem. | 36% | 30% | 2% | 24% | 7% | 9,802 |
Sample sizes and margins of error vary from subgroup to subgroup, from year to year and from state to state. You can see the sample size for the estimates in this chart on rollover or in the last column of the table. And visit this table to see approximate margins of error for a group of a given size. Readers should always bear in mind the approximate margin of error for the group they are examining when making comparisons with other groups or assessing the significance of trends over time. For full question wording, see the survey questionnaire.
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Belief in Heaven among Christians by political party
% of Christians who …in heaven
| Party affiliation | Believe | Don't believe | Other/don't know | Sample size |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Republican/lean Rep. | 87% | 7% | 6% | 11,527 |
| No lean | 82% | 10% | 9% | 3,719 |
| Democrat/lean Dem. | 85% | 10% | 5% | 9,802 |
Sample sizes and margins of error vary from subgroup to subgroup, from year to year and from state to state. You can see the sample size for the estimates in this chart on rollover or in the last column of the table. And visit this table to see approximate margins of error for a group of a given size. Readers should always bear in mind the approximate margin of error for the group they are examining when making comparisons with other groups or assessing the significance of trends over time. For full question wording, see the survey questionnaire.
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Belief in Hell among Christians by political party
% of Christians who …in hell
| Party affiliation | Believe | Don't believe | Other/don't know | Sample size |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Republican/lean Rep. | 76% | 17% | 7% | 11,527 |
| No lean | 63% | 26% | 10% | 3,719 |
| Democrat/lean Dem. | 67% | 25% | 8% | 9,802 |
Sample sizes and margins of error vary from subgroup to subgroup, from year to year and from state to state. You can see the sample size for the estimates in this chart on rollover or in the last column of the table. And visit this table to see approximate margins of error for a group of a given size. Readers should always bear in mind the approximate margin of error for the group they are examining when making comparisons with other groups or assessing the significance of trends over time. For full question wording, see the survey questionnaire.
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Social✭and✭Political✭Views
Political ideology among Christians by political party
% of Christians who are…
| Party affiliation | Conservative | Moderate | Liberal | Don't know | Sample size |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Republican/lean Rep. | 66% | 26% | 6% | 2% | 11,527 |
| No lean | 31% | 31% | 17% | 21% | 3,719 |
| Democrat/lean Dem. | 25% | 40% | 31% | 4% | 9,802 |
Sample sizes and margins of error vary from subgroup to subgroup, from year to year and from state to state. You can see the sample size for the estimates in this chart on rollover or in the last column of the table. And visit this table to see approximate margins of error for a group of a given size. Readers should always bear in mind the approximate margin of error for the group they are examining when making comparisons with other groups or assessing the significance of trends over time. For full question wording, see the survey questionnaire.
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Views about size of government among Christians by political party
% of Christians who would rather have…
| Party affiliation | Smaller government; fewer services | Bigger government; more services | Depends | Don't know | Sample size |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Republican/lean Rep. | 78% | 18% | 1% | 2% | 11,527 |
| No lean | 44% | 44% | 5% | 7% | 3,719 |
| Democrat/lean Dem. | 32% | 60% | 4% | 4% | 9,802 |
Sample sizes and margins of error vary from subgroup to subgroup, from year to year and from state to state. You can see the sample size for the estimates in this chart on rollover or in the last column of the table. And visit this table to see approximate margins of error for a group of a given size. Readers should always bear in mind the approximate margin of error for the group they are examining when making comparisons with other groups or assessing the significance of trends over time. For full question wording, see the survey questionnaire.
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Views about government aid to the poor among Christians by political party
% of Christians who say government aid to the poor…
| Party affiliation | Does more harm than good | Does more good than harm | Neither/both equally | Don't know | Sample size |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Republican/lean Rep. | 70% | 26% | 3% | 2% | 11,527 |
| No lean | 43% | 47% | 6% | 4% | 3,719 |
| Democrat/lean Dem. | 28% | 66% | 4% | 2% | 9,802 |
Sample sizes and margins of error vary from subgroup to subgroup, from year to year and from state to state. You can see the sample size for the estimates in this chart on rollover or in the last column of the table. And visit this table to see approximate margins of error for a group of a given size. Readers should always bear in mind the approximate margin of error for the group they are examining when making comparisons with other groups or assessing the significance of trends over time. For full question wording, see the survey questionnaire.
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Views about abortion among Christians by political party
% of Christians who say abortion should be…
| Party affiliation | Legal in all/most cases | Illegal in all/most cases | Don't know | Sample size |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Republican/lean Rep. | 33% | 64% | 3% | 11,527 |
| No lean | 41% | 51% | 8% | 3,719 |
| Democrat/lean Dem. | 59% | 36% | 5% | 9,802 |
Sample sizes and margins of error vary from subgroup to subgroup, from year to year and from state to state. You can see the sample size for the estimates in this chart on rollover or in the last column of the table. And visit this table to see approximate margins of error for a group of a given size. Readers should always bear in mind the approximate margin of error for the group they are examining when making comparisons with other groups or assessing the significance of trends over time. For full question wording, see the survey questionnaire.
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Views about homosexuality among Christians by political party
% of Christians who say homosexuality…
| Party affiliation | Should be accepted | Should be discouraged | Neither/both equally | Don't know | Sample size |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Republican/lean Rep. | 43% | 49% | 4% | 3% | 11,527 |
| No lean | 51% | 35% | 7% | 7% | 3,719 |
| Democrat/lean Dem. | 66% | 27% | 4% | 3% | 9,802 |
Sample sizes and margins of error vary from subgroup to subgroup, from year to year and from state to state. You can see the sample size for the estimates in this chart on rollover or in the last column of the table. And visit this table to see approximate margins of error for a group of a given size. Readers should always bear in mind the approximate margin of error for the group they are examining when making comparisons with other groups or assessing the significance of trends over time. For full question wording, see the survey questionnaire.
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Views about same-sex marriage among Christians by political party
% of Christians who …same-sex marriage
| Party affiliation | Strongly favor/favor | Oppose/strongly oppose | Don't know | Sample size |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Republican/lean Rep. | 32% | 61% | 7% | 11,527 |
| No lean | 41% | 44% | 15% | 3,719 |
| Democrat/lean Dem. | 57% | 36% | 7% | 9,802 |
Sample sizes and margins of error vary from subgroup to subgroup, from year to year and from state to state. You can see the sample size for the estimates in this chart on rollover or in the last column of the table. And visit this table to see approximate margins of error for a group of a given size. Readers should always bear in mind the approximate margin of error for the group they are examining when making comparisons with other groups or assessing the significance of trends over time. For full question wording, see the survey questionnaire.
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Views about environmental regulation among Christians by political party
% of Christians who say…
| Party affiliation | Stricter environmental laws and regulations cost too many jobs and hurt the economy | Stricter environmental laws and regulations are worth the cost | Neither/both equally | Don't know | Sample size |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Republican/lean Rep. | 57% | 38% | 2% | 3% | 11,527 |
| No lean | 37% | 52% | 4% | 7% | 3,719 |
| Democrat/lean Dem. | 28% | 67% | 2% | 3% | 9,802 |
Sample sizes and margins of error vary from subgroup to subgroup, from year to year and from state to state. You can see the sample size for the estimates in this chart on rollover or in the last column of the table. And visit this table to see approximate margins of error for a group of a given size. Readers should always bear in mind the approximate margin of error for the group they are examining when making comparisons with other groups or assessing the significance of trends over time. For full question wording, see the survey questionnaire.
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Views about human evolution among Christians by political party
% of Christians who say humans…
| Party affiliation | Evolved; due to natural processes | Evolved; due to God's design | Evolved; don't know how | Always existed in present form | Don't know | Sample size |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Republican/lean Rep. | 15% | 28% | 3% | 49% | 4% | 11,527 |
| No lean | 20% | 26% | 5% | 41% | 8% | 3,719 |
| Democrat/lean Dem. | 28% | 31% | 4% | 34% | 4% | 9,802 |
Sample sizes and margins of error vary from subgroup to subgroup, from year to year and from state to state. You can see the sample size for the estimates in this chart on rollover or in the last column of the table. And visit this table to see approximate margins of error for a group of a given size. Readers should always bear in mind the approximate margin of error for the group they are examining when making comparisons with other groups or assessing the significance of trends over time. For full question wording, see the survey questionnaire.
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