State of Belief
What We Know About Christian Nationalism with Robert P. Jones
How deeply has Christian Nationalism penetrated American society? It’s clearly a driving force in our government, but what about ordinary people across the country? With an enormous sample size, the Public Religion Research Institute’s 2025 American Values Atlas offers unique – and suroprising - insights. PRRI President Dr. Robert P. Jones is on The State of Belief with the details.
Only 13% of the population identifies as White evangelical Protestants, but their outsized influence on U.S. politics is both startling and strategic. Robby reveals how this minority shapes policies and what it means for the future of our democracy. Don't miss this compelling episode that challenges common assumptions and offers insights into reclaiming a pluralistic society, the real impact of faith on politics, and how you can be part of the change.
Dr. Robert P. Jones is president of the Public Religion Research Institute. Robby’s Substack is at https://www.redeemingdemocracy.net/, and his next book, Backslide: Reclaiming a Faith and a Nation After the Christian Turn Against Democracy, is coming in September 2026.
Transcript
Together, we will declare:
That no leader is above the law. That democracy is a moral and spiritual commitment. That our diversity is sacred, not a threat. That every person – regardless of faith, origin, or status – has inherent worth and dignity. That the interfaith community will not be silent in the face of authoritarianism.
Together, we will declare:
That no leader is above the law. That democracy is a moral and spiritual commitment. That our diversity is sacred, not a threat. That every person – regardless of faith, origin, or status – has inherent worth and dignity. That the interfaith community will not be silent in the face of authoritarianism.
Together, we will declare:
That no leader is above the law. That democracy is a moral and spiritual commitment. That our diversity is sacred, not a threat. That every person – regardless of faith, origin, or status – has inherent worth and dignity. That the interfaith community will not be silent in the face of authoritarianism.