David E. Campbell
For US Mormons, religiosity has declined over time, study shows
By Jana Riess — November 23, 2021
(RNS) — Mormons are still more religious than the nation as a whole, but not as devout as they used to be.
“Allergic to religion”: Conservative politics can push people out of the pews, new study shows
By Jana Riess — March 12, 2021
Various studies have argued that one reason for the rapid rise of the "nones" may be a backlash against the actions of the Religious Right. Three political scientists have now proved that there's a direct connection.
10 ways Utah Mormons are a breed apart
By Jana Riess — January 11, 2019
Is there really such a thing as a "Utah effect" in American Mormonism?
Who is leaving the LDS Church?
By Jana Riess — July 23, 2016
Singles, young adults, and men (especially those who did not serve a mission) seem to be among the most likely demographics of people who leave the LDS Church. But "The Next Mormons" research can find out a good deal more that we don't yet know.
Young, Mormon, and Republican
By Jana Riess — October 28, 2014
Many people get more conservative, at least politically, as they age. Unless they are Mormons under age 30, who affiliate overwhelmingly as Republicans.
In mixed faith marriages, focus is on ‘values,’ not ‘beliefs’
By Kimberly Winston — June 9, 2014
(RNS) In 1950, about 20 percent of all U.S. marriages were interfaith. Today, that number is 45 percent.
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