Political divisions in mainline Protestant churches

A survey conducted by the Public Religion Research Institute reveals a significant divide between the clergy and churchgoers in white mainline Protestant churches in the United States. While around half of the clergy identify with the Democratic Party, the majority of church members tend to identify as Republican or independent. Notably, there are differing views on issues such as LGBTQ+ protections and abortion rights, with the clergy generally taking more progressive stances compared to churchgoers. The study highlights the complex relationship between religion and political divisions in America.