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Chip Rotolo

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Senior Researcher at Pew Research Center Exploring religion, spirituality & public life

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Chip Rotolo @chiprotolo.bsky.social · 22/07/2026
We may not feel connected to each other every moment of every day. But 92% of Americans say they feel a deep sense of connection with humanity at least sometimes, including 34% who feel this deep connection every week. Data from @pewresearch.org’s 2023-24 Religious Landscape Study (RLS)
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Chip Rotolo @chiprotolo.bsky.social · 20/07/2026
Can animals have spirits or spiritual energies? Across 35 different countries surveyed by @pewresearch.org views on this question vary dramatically. For example, 83% in India believe animals can have spirits, compared with 57% in the U.S. and 36% in Spain.
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Chip Rotolo @chiprotolo.bsky.social · 15/07/2026
For many people, spirituality happens in motion. In @pewresearch.org’s 2023-24 Religious Landscape Study, 51% of U.S. adults say they exercise for spiritual reasons at least sometimes. Has exercise ever felt spiritual to you? 💪 #spirituality #wellness #wellbeing
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Chip Rotolo @chiprotolo.bsky.social · 11/07/2026
Original post: www.instagram.com/reel/Dans4E5...
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Chip Rotolo on Instagram: "Is faith a matter of certainty or uncertainty? As belief in God or a universal spirit has trickled down over the past 2 decades, *absolute certainty* in that belief has dec...
7 likes, 0 comments - chip.rotolo on July 10, 2026: "Is faith a matter of certainty or uncertainty? As belief in God or a universal spirit has trickled down over the past 2 decades, *absolute certain...
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Chip Rotolo @chiprotolo.bsky.social · 11/07/2026
Data point I’ve been pondering 📉: As belief in God or a universal spirit has trickled down over the past 2 decades, *absolute certainty* in that belief has declined at a faster rate. That means that, among those who still believe today, fewer say they are absolutely certain. What to make of that?
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Chip Rotolo @chiprotolo.bsky.social · 25/06/2026
Do you favor or oppose displaying the Ten Commandments in public school classrooms? A nationally representative @pewresearch.org survey from April 2026 finds that Americans are about equally split on the question: 50% favor it, 48% oppose it.
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Chip Rotolo @chiprotolo.bsky.social · 23/06/2026
Prayer in public schools? The Ten Commandments in classrooms? Here’s the latest @pewresearch.org public opinion data on these topics.
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Chip Rotolo @chiprotolo.bsky.social · 22/06/2026
Check out the full write-up here, including how different religious, political, and other demographic subgroups answer these questions: pewresearch.org/short-reads/... [3/3]
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Many Americans favor prayer in public schools, but few think it should be mandatory
Americans are almost equally split on whether the Ten Commandments should be displayed in public school classrooms. But Republicans, White evangelicals and older Americans are more supportive than oth...
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Chip Rotolo @chiprotolo.bsky.social · 22/06/2026
Americans' views on prayer in school are also nuanced. About six-in-ten Americans support allowing some form of teacher-led school prayer, but the vast majority of them think students’ participation should be optional. [2/3]
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Chip Rotolo @chiprotolo.bsky.social · 22/06/2026
NEW analysis from @pewresearch.org shows that many Americans favor allowing religious expression in U.S. public schools but support varies widely by type of expression. [1/3]
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Pew Research Center @pewresearch.org · 10/06/2026
Do you feel like you don’t fit in as a ‘Democrat’ or a ‘Republican?’ Our new political typology shows this complexity, sorting the public into nine distinct groups based on their political and cultural values. The result is a picture of American politics with far more than just red and blue.
Chart of The 2026 Pew Research Center Political Typology.
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Chip Rotolo @chiprotolo.bsky.social · 04/06/2026
How do Americans feel about the separation of church and state? Here are some key findings from an April 2026 @pewresearch.org survey. #religion #churchandstate #christiannationalism
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Chip Rotolo @chiprotolo.bsky.social · 16/05/2026
Ahead of what the White House is calling a “large-scale #revival ” on the National Mall, a new @pewresearch.org survey shows that 37% of Americans say #religion is gaining influence in public life, the highest share since 2002. Here are some key findings ahead of the #Rededicate250 event.
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Chip Rotolo @chiprotolo.bsky.social · 14/05/2026
Read the full report here, including views on the U.S. as a Christian nation, whether God favors the U.S., whether church-state separation should be enforced, and more: www.pewresearch.org/religion/202... 6/6
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How Americans Feel About Religion’s Influence in Government and Public Life
A growing share of U.S. adults say religion is gaining influence, but most still want churches to stay out of politics, a 2026 survey finds.
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Chip Rotolo @chiprotolo.bsky.social · 14/05/2026
Democrats are far more likely than Republicans to express an unfavorable view of Christian nationalism. Republicans, by contrast, are more likely than Democrats to say they view Christian nationalism favorably and far more likely to say they have never heard of it or to express no opinion. 5/6
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Chip Rotolo @chiprotolo.bsky.social · 14/05/2026
There are large partisan differences about whether religion's influence is a good or bad thing. 75% of Republicans convey a positive view of religion's influence, about double the share of Democrats who convey a positive view. Democrats about equally likely to express a negative view. 4/6
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Chip Rotolo @chiprotolo.bsky.social · 14/05/2026
As familiarity with Christian nationalism has grown, so have both positive and negative views of the term. Sentiment toward Christian nationalism remains more negative than positive. Today, 31% of U.S. adults say they view Christian nationalism unfavorably, while 10% view it favorably. 3/6
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Chip Rotolo @chiprotolo.bsky.social · 14/05/2026
The new survey also finds that familiarity with the term 'Christian nationalism' has grown since 2024. A majority of Americans (59%) now have at least a little familiarity with the term. 2/6
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Chip Rotolo @chiprotolo.bsky.social · 14/05/2026
In 2024, the share of Americans saying religion is *gaining influence* hit its lowest point (18%). Last year, the downward trend reversed, and the number jumped by double digits. New 2026 @pewresearch.org data shows the number continuing to rise, now up to 37% and the highest share since 2002. 1/6
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Pew Research Center @pewresearch.org · 16/04/2026
Seven-in-ten Americans say President #Trump is not too or not at all religious. www.pewresearch.org/...
Chart showing 7 in 10 U.S. adults say Trump is not too or not at all religious.
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John Gramlich @johngramlich.bsky.social · 16/04/2026
NEW: How religious do Americans think Trump is? @pewresearch.org happened to be in the field with a survey on that topic just before Trump criticized the pope and posted an image of himself as a Jesus-like figure:
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Americans now more likely to say Trump is not too, not at all religious | Pew Research Center
Seven-in-ten Americans say President Donald Trump is not too or not at all religious, according to a new Pew Research Center survey. That’s up 8 percentage points since we last…
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John Gramlich @johngramlich.bsky.social · 26/03/2026
Claims of a "quiet religious revival" among young people in the UK may be greatly exaggerated, as @pewresearch.org noted in January: www.pewresearch.org/short-reads/... This week, YouGov acknowledged flaws in its data collection and issued an apology: premierchristian.news/en/news/arti...
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‘We’re deeply disappointed’: Quiet revival data found to be inaccurate - Premier Christian News | Headlines, Breaking News, Comment & Analysis
Due to human error, a range of quality control technologies were not activated.
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John Gramlich @johngramlich.bsky.social · 11/02/2026
% of Americans who have a great deal of confidence in journalists to act in the best interests of the public All US adults: 6% Republicans: 2% Democrats: 9% www.pewresearch.org/short-reads/...
Bar chart showing that very few Republicans and Democrats alike have a great deal of confidence in journalists to act in the best interests of the public. The chart is based on a December 2025 Pew Research Center survey of U.S. adults.
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John Gramlich @johngramlich.bsky.social · 11/02/2026
Important shift highlighted in new @pewresearch.org survey: Americans are now just as likely to get news by happening across it as by actively looking for it. "News finds you nowadays," one focus group participant said. www.pewresearch.org/journalism/2...
Line chart showing that Americans are now about equally likely to say they get news by happening across it as they are to get news by actively looking for it (49% vs. 50%). The chart is based on Pew Research Center surveys of U.S. adults going back to 2019.
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Chip Rotolo @chiprotolo.bsky.social · 10/02/2026
Share of Black Protestants who are confident that Donald Trump acts ethically in office 2025: 7% 2026: 7%
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Chip Rotolo @chiprotolo.bsky.social · 10/02/2026
If you have any interest in digging in yourself, both datasets can be downloaded here: www.pewresearch.org/methods/fact...
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Chip Rotolo @chiprotolo.bsky.social · 10/02/2026
Hi Wes, Religious affiliation in our new 2026 data is weighted to our 2025 NPORS, and the early 2025 data is weighted to our 2024 NPORS. The size of the "White evangelical Protestant" category did not change significantly across those surveys,so we'd say the group has remained about the same size.
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Conrad Hackett @conradhackett.bsky.social · 09/02/2026
Extremely or very confident Donald Trump acts ethically in office White evangelicals 40% US adult avg. 21% Unaffiliated 10% Black Protestants 7% www.pewresearch.org/short-reads/202…
Compared with a year ago, White Protestants and religiously unaffiliated adults now have significantly less confidence that Trump acts ethically in office.  For example, 26% of White nonevangelical Protestants are extremely or very confident Trump acts ethically in office, down from 38%.  And the share of religious “nones” who have a lot of confidence in Trump’s ethics now stands at 10%, down from 16%.  Confidence in Trump’s ethics has remained low among Black Protestants.
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John Gramlich @johngramlich.bsky.social · 09/02/2026
% of White evangelicals who are extremely/very confident that Donald Trump acts ethically in office 📉 55% in early 2025 40% in early 2026 www.pewresearch.org/short-reads/...
Line chart showing that confidence in President Donald Trump's ethics has declined among several U.S. religious groups over the past year. The chart is based on Pew Research Center surveys of U.S. adults.
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Chip Rotolo @chiprotolo.bsky.social · 09/02/2026
Check out the full analysis here: pewrsr.ch/4tw5dSk 6/6
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White evangelicals remain among Trump’s strongest supporters, but they're less supportive than a year ago
There has been an 8-percentage point drop since early 2025 in the share of White evangelicals who support all or most of Trump’s plans and policies.
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Chip Rotolo @chiprotolo.bsky.social · 09/02/2026
Trump approval is also down among most religious groups compared with a year ago. 5/6
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Chip Rotolo @chiprotolo.bsky.social · 09/02/2026
Confidence in Trump’s ethics has declined in several religious groups, compared with the start of his second term. 4/6
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Chip Rotolo @chiprotolo.bsky.social · 09/02/2026
White Protestants and religious ‘nones’ have become less likely to support all or most of Trump’s agenda over the past year. 3/6
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Chip Rotolo @chiprotolo.bsky.social · 09/02/2026
There's been an 8-point drop since early 2025 in the share of White evangelicals who support all or most of Trump’s plans and policies. And there has been a 15-point drop in the share who are confident Trump acts ethically in office. 2/6
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Chip Rotolo @chiprotolo.bsky.social · 09/02/2026
Today, we (@pewresearch.org) released a new analysis of religious groups' views of Trump during his second term. White evangelicals remain among Trump’s strongest supporters, but they’re less supportive than a year ago 🧵 1/6
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American Academy of Religion @aarweb.bsky.social · 02/02/2026
Register now! Featuring panelists including @robertpjones.bsky.social, @chiprotolo.bsky.social, and Kathleen Sands!
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Chip Rotolo @chiprotolo.bsky.social · 16/12/2025
What are the top reasons religious “nones” cite for why they have no religion? Here are some key findings from a brand new @pewresearch.org report that looks at why people keep their religion, why people leave their religion, and why people have no religion at all.
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Chip Rotolo @chiprotolo.bsky.social · 10/12/2025
Is a religious revival happening among young adults? Here are some thoughts drawing on the latest @pewresearch.org data.
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Greg Smith @gregsmithpolls.bsky.social · 08/12/2025
Our new study takes a close look at religion among young adults. It shows that young adults in the U.S. today 1) Are less religious than older people 2) Are less religious than young people were a decade ago 3) Have not become more religious in recent years pewrsr.ch/4pKHIC7
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Greg Smith @gregsmithpolls.bsky.social · 08/12/2025
New report takes a fresh look at religion trends in the U.S. In 2025 data, key measures of religiousness continue to hold steady: pewrsr.ch/4pKHIC7
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Conrad Hackett @conradhackett.bsky.social · 24/10/2025
Please repost: We're looking for an excellent writer/editor with strong data journalism skills to join the religion team at @pewresearch.org. pewtrusts.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/Center...
 The writer/editor is a position within the Center’s Religion research team, which seeks to promote a deeper understanding of religion and spirituality. The Religion research team conducts surveys, demographic analyses and other social science research in the United States and around the world, studying people’s religious beliefs and practices as well as their views on related issues, including religion’s role in public life. 

The ideal candidate will have a strong data journalism mindset, with the ability to translate complex quantitative findings into clear and engaging narratives that are nonpartisan and non-advocacy. This position will be embedded within the Religion research team, where the writer/editor will work collaboratively to shape the team’s research agenda, including identifying key research questions; contributing to survey development; and synthesizing findings into accessible and compelling storylines. The writer/editor will also evaluate drafts of research reports to determine whether there are shortcomings in the analysis; edit, rewrite and reorganize drafts as necessary to improve flow and clarity; and work with researchers and designers to create appropriate charts and tables. In addition, the writer/editor will provide guidance and training to the Religion team’s researchers and serve as a writing resource. Following the release of reports, the writer/editor may help disseminate research to the public through the Center’s social media channels, videos, newsletters, and virtual or in-person gatherings, always adhering to the Center’s independent, nonpartisan, non-advocacy stance. 
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Pew Research Center @pewresearch.org · 20/10/2025
Americans’ views about religion in public life are shifting. From February 2024 to February 2025, there was a sharp rise in the share of U.S. adults who say religion is gaining influence in American life. www.pewresearch.org/...
Line graph showing a rise from 2024 to 2025 in Americans who say religion is gaining influence, reaching 31%, while those saying it's losing influence drop to 68%.
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Chip Rotolo @chiprotolo.bsky.social · 20/10/2025
Americans’ views about religion in public life are shifting: - Growing shares say religion is gaining influence. - Growing shares have a positive view of religion's role in society. - Growing shares feel conflict btw their religious beliefs and the mainstream. New Pew report: pewrsr.ch/3J3oE2s
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Growing Share of U.S. Adults Say Religion Is Gaining Influence in American Life
Americans' views of religion's role in society have grown more positive in recent years. But many feel their religious beliefs conflict with the mainstream.
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Claudia Deane @cdeane.bsky.social · 15/10/2025
BIG change in U.S. view on higher education over the past 5 years, with right and left moving in same direction. pewrsr.ch/3KVWaYN
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Growing share of Americans say the U.S. higher education system is headed in the wrong direction
In both parties, the share that say the higher education system is going in the wrong direction has gone up by at least 10 percentage points since 2020.
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John Gramlich @johngramlich.bsky.social · 02/10/2025
% of US men under 30 who say legal sports betting is a *bad thing* for society 22% in 2022 47% in 2025 No other demographic group has seen a bigger increase.
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Americans increasingly see legal sports betting as a bad thing for society and sports
Today, 43% of U.S. adults say the fact that sports betting is now legal in much of the country is a bad thing for society, up from 34% in 2022.
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Chip Rotolo @chiprotolo.bsky.social · 29/09/2025
How religious is each state? bit.ly/46mkTwp
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Most and least religious U.S. states
Explore our interactive database to find how religious adults are in your state based on service attendance, prayer, belief in God, and importance of religion.
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Chip Rotolo @chiprotolo.bsky.social · 19/09/2025
Today's youngest adults (born between 2000-06, ages 18-24) are among the least likely to regularly attend religious services, to be members of religious congregations, to have been raised religiously, to say religion is important, and to say they've become more religious over time.
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Chip Rotolo @chiprotolo.bsky.social · 19/09/2025
% considered "highly religious," by decade born From @pewresearch.org 's 2023-24 Religious Landscape Study (RLS) 40s or earlier: 45% 50s: 38% 60s: 34% 70s: 32% 80s: 24% 90s: 22% 00s (2000-06): 19%
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Chip Rotolo @chiprotolo.bsky.social · 19/09/2025
One other data point that may be helpful: At the national level, 30% fall in the "highly religious" category. So you can think about the state percentages relative to the national average.
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Chip Rotolo @chiprotolo.bsky.social · 19/09/2025
The index is also slightly more complicated than how the 4 other measures are displayed. For example, it considers not just whether people say they believe in God or a universal spirit, but also *how certain* they are in that belief.
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