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"Religion, White Supremacy, and the American Future" w/Robert P. Jones, President of PRRI
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Join your hosts, Will Wright and Pastor Josh Bertram, for an enlightening episode of Faithful Politics, where they engage with Robert P. Jones, the President and Founder of the Public Religion Research Institute (PRRI). Learn about the mission and unique approach of PRRI, a nonprofit and nonpartisan organization committed to conducting independent research at the nexus of religion, culture, and public policy. Robert explains how the institute's work seeks to illuminate the complex relationship between faith and societal issues.
Dive into PRRI's methodology in conducting public opinion surveys, taking the pulse of the American public on a wide array of subjects. Whether it's politics, religion, culture, or policy, discover how PRRI's research paints a comprehensive picture of the nation's beliefs and attitudes. Explore how PRRI focuses on the religious diversity in America, breaking down opinions by different faith communities. Understand what white evangelicals, Latino Catholics, African American Protestants, and other religious groups think about contemporary topics and how their beliefs shape the national discourse.
Get a glimpse into Robert's latest book on white supremacy and its impact on the American future. Engage in a thought-provoking conversation about the challenges and paths to a shared future. In a time when understanding diverse perspectives is paramount, this episode offers a unique window into the role of religion in shaping public opinion and policy.
• Learn more about PRRI
• Buy Robert Jones Book
• Subscribe to Robby's Substack
• Read the Report, A Christian Nation? Understanding the Threat of Christian Nationalism to American Democracy and Culture
Guest Bio:
He holds a Ph.D. in religion from Emory University, an M.Div. from Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary, and a B.S. in computing science and mathematics from Mississippi College. Jones was selected by Emory University’s Graduate Division of Religion as Distinguished Alumnus of the Year in 2013, and by Mississippi College’s Mathematics Department as Alumnus of the Year in 2016. Jones serves on the national program committee for the American Academy of Religion () and is a past member of the editorial boards for the Journal of the American Academy of Religion, and Politics and Religion, a journal of the American Political Science Association.
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