Chris Christie
Christie rejects measure to ban child marriage, citing religion
By Sebastien Malo — May 12, 2017
(Reuters) New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie say he may rethink signing the bill if it is revised.
5 faith facts about Chris Christie: Cradle Catholic and member of the Church of Bruce
By Kimberly Winston — February 4, 2016
(RNS) Gov. Chris Christie withdrew from the GOP presidential race February 10.
GOP debaters will keep Iowa’s evangelical voters in mind
By Cathy Lynn Grossman — January 28, 2016
(RNS) Even as evangelicals' share of Iowa voters has not grown since 2007, they're still the dominant force for the GOP.
GOP 2016 contenders debate again Thursday, praying for devoted (and devout) viewers
By Cathy Lynn Grossman — January 14, 2016
(RNS) Business is the theme but the candidates have their eye on religious voters, known for their high turnout at election time.
Bible’s values take a beating in latest GOP debate (COMMENTARY)
By David P. Gushee — December 16, 2015
(RNS) Care for for widows, orphans, civilians in time of war? Not relevant to the commander in chief's job, said several Republican candidates.
What will Donald Trump say next about Muslims?
By Cathy Lynn Grossman — December 15, 2015
And how will Ted Cruz and other Trump rivals respond in tonight's GOP debate? Check our 5 faith facts on the candidates for their backgrounds.
GOP 2016 contenders sling God talk, prep for debate
By Cathy Lynn Grossman — October 27, 2015
(RNS) The official debate topic is economic issues, but it might be hard to quell mention of Donald Trump's religious dig at Ben Carson.
11 faith facts about GOP candidates who debated on CNN
By Cathy Lynn Grossman — September 16, 2015
(RNS) Despite Christian talk host Hugh Hewitt on the panel of questioners, the candidates far less 'God talk' than in the Fox News debate.
10 faith facts about GOP front-runners in Fox News’ main debate
By Cathy Lynn Grossman — August 6, 2015
(RNS) Several candidates brought up God's guidance in the Fox News debate and most stayed true their religious background as detailed in RNS's series on "5 faith facts" about the men and woman of the 2016 race.
Christie’s vaccine statements aside, N.J. already allows parents to refuse on religious grounds
By Susan K. Livio — February 3, 2015
TRENTON, N.J. (RNS) In the 2013-14 school year, nearly 9,000 New Jersey children used a religious exemption to decline immunizations that under state law children must receive in order to attend school.
Why Chris Christie and Jeb Bush were snubbed by social conservative leaders
By David Gibson — September 29, 2014
(RNS) Their absence at the Values Voter Summit could hurt the New Jersey governor and the brother of the former president with conservative Christians who are key to winning the GOP presidential primaries.
Meet the ‘evangelical’ Catholics who are remaking the GOP
By Sarah Pulliam Bailey — June 16, 2014
(RNS) In today's Republican Party, a number of factors have forged a new religious identity that supersedes familiar old categories.
N.J. Gov. Chris Christie won’t appeal gay marriage rulings
By Salvador Rizzo — October 21, 2013
TRENTON, N.J. (RNS) Colin Reed, a spokesman for Gov. Chris Christie, said the state Supreme Court "left no ambiguity about the unanimous court's view on the ultimate decision" on gay marriage.
Conservatives vow suit over N.J. gay conversion law
By Susan K. Livio — August 20, 2013
TRENTON, N.J. (RNS) a national Christian legal group that blocked an identical law from taking effect in California earlier this year vowed to sue New Jersey, saying the legislation violates the First Amendment rights of parents and therapists.
Is it ethical to defy evacuation orders?
By G. Jeffrey MacDonald — November 2, 2012
(RNS) As Sandy cleanup continues, so does an ethical debate: Is evacuation a moral duty? By G. Jeffrey MacDonald.
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