Many Mormons feel they are misunderstood, discriminated against and not accepted by other Americans as part of mainstream society. Yet, at the same time, a majority of Mormons think that acceptance of Mormonism is rising. Overwhelmingly, they are satisfied with their lives and content with their communities. And most say they think the country is ready to elect a Mormon president.97% of the Mormons surveyed describe Mormonism as a Christian relgion-- a view disputed by some evangelical Christians. (See prior posting.)
Friday, January 13, 2012
New Survey Released On Mormons' Views Of Their Place In American Life
The Pew Forum on Religion and Public Life yesterday released a new survey on what Mormons think about their place in American life. The report titled Mormons in America: Certain in Their Beliefs, Uncertain of Their Place in Society comes as a Mormon is among the leading contenders for the Republican nomination for President of the United States. According to the new report's Executive Summary:
