Christian Principles are an Antidote to Incivility, Not a Cause

Christian Principles are an Antidote to Incivility, Not a Cause
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A common narrative today is that deeply held religious beliefs are a key driver of incivility. Yet new research on evangelical views on civility and democracy shows exactly the opposite effect.

This massive survey was released as part of a joint project by The Ethics and Religious Liberty Commission, Lifeway Research and the Fetzer Institute. The findings are often sobering and should cause followers of Jesus to reflect on our public witness.

Over half of evangelicals, for instance, believe that if their political opponents were to gain power, democracy would be threatened. Over half believe news more if it's delivered by someone who shares their worldview. And 25% felt it fully justifiable for a political leader to insult his opponent, if in service to the right cause.

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