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FiveThirtyEight Politics

Where Will People Commune In A Godless America?

Apr 4, 2024
49:52
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Experts discuss the rapid decline of religious affiliation in America, impacting communities and politics. Topics include reasons for decline, challenges for political parties, tribal identities, potential revivals, secularization trends, atheist activism, and the impact of social media on community health.
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  • Reasons for decline in religious affiliation include questioning teachings, LGBTQ treatment, and mental health impact.
  • Distrust toward institutions, cultural evangelicalism, and family structure shifts contribute to religious decline.

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Americans are becoming less religious

The podcast highlights the decreasing religious affiliation in America, as indicated by surveys showing a rise in the number of unaffiliated individuals. Factors contributing to this decline include people questioning and disbelieving the teachings of their faith, negative treatment of LGBTQ individuals by certain religions, and the impact of mental health. The data reveals generational shifts with younger Americans being more religiously unaffiliated and rethinking traditional beliefs.

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