Frequency of reading scripture among adults who say that government aid to the poor does more harm than good by importance of religion (2014) Switch to: Importance of religion in one's life among adults who say that government aid to the poor does more harm than good by frequency of reading scripture

% of adults who say that government aid to the poor does more harm than good who read scripture…

Importance of religion in one's lifeAt least once a weekOnce or twice a monthSeveral times a yearSeldom/neverDon't knowSample size
Very important59%12%7%20%1%9,210
Somewhat important13%10%13%63%1%3,706
Not too important4%4%5%87%< 1%1,373
Not at all important6%2%2%89%< 1%1,211
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Learn More: At least once a week, Once or twice a month, Several times a year, Seldom/never