| Survey year | Religion | Philosophy/reason | Common sense | Science | Don't know | Sample size |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | 10% | 27% | 45% | 14% | 4% | 425 |
| 2007 | 1% | 31% | 56% | 8% | 4% | 297 |
Sample sizes and margins of error vary from subgroup to subgroup, from year to year and from state to state. You can see the sample size for the estimates in this chart on rollover or in the last column of the table. And visit this table to see approximate margins of error for a group of a given size. Readers should always bear in mind the approximate margin of error for the group they are examining when making comparisons with other groups or assessing the significance of trends over time. For full question wording, see the survey questionnaire.
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Demographic✭Information
Age distribution among unitarians and Other Liberal Faiths in "Other Faiths" Tradition by sources of guidance on right and wrong
% of unitarians and Other Liberal Faiths in "Other Faiths" Tradition who are ages…
| Sources of guidance on right and wrong | 18-29 | 30-49 | 50-64 | 65+ | Sample size |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Philosophy/reason | 34% | 29% | 23% | 13% | 127 |
| Common sense | 26% | 36% | 27% | 11% | 182 |
Sample sizes and margins of error vary from subgroup to subgroup, from year to year and from state to state. You can see the sample size for the estimates in this chart on rollover or in the last column of the table. And visit this table to see approximate margins of error for a group of a given size. Readers should always bear in mind the approximate margin of error for the group they are examining when making comparisons with other groups or assessing the significance of trends over time. For full question wording, see the survey questionnaire.
Generational cohort among unitarians and Other Liberal Faiths in "Other Faiths" Tradition by sources of guidance on right and wrong
% of unitarians and Other Liberal Faiths in "Other Faiths" Tradition who are…
| Sources of guidance on right and wrong | Younger Millennial | Older Millennial | Generation X | Baby Boomer | Silent | Greatest | Sample size |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Philosophy/reason | 26% | 18% | 19% | 25% | 10% | 1% | 127 |
| Common sense | 15% | 19% | 28% | 30% | 7% | 1% | 182 |
Sample sizes and margins of error vary from subgroup to subgroup, from year to year and from state to state. You can see the sample size for the estimates in this chart on rollover or in the last column of the table. And visit this table to see approximate margins of error for a group of a given size. Readers should always bear in mind the approximate margin of error for the group they are examining when making comparisons with other groups or assessing the significance of trends over time. For full question wording, see the survey questionnaire.
Gender composition among unitarians and Other Liberal Faiths in "Other Faiths" Tradition by sources of guidance on right and wrong
% of unitarians and Other Liberal Faiths in "Other Faiths" Tradition who are…
| Sources of guidance on right and wrong | Men | Women | Sample size |
|---|---|---|---|
| Philosophy/reason | 60% | 40% | 127 |
| Common sense | 54% | 46% | 186 |
Sample sizes and margins of error vary from subgroup to subgroup, from year to year and from state to state. You can see the sample size for the estimates in this chart on rollover or in the last column of the table. And visit this table to see approximate margins of error for a group of a given size. Readers should always bear in mind the approximate margin of error for the group they are examining when making comparisons with other groups or assessing the significance of trends over time. For full question wording, see the survey questionnaire.
Racial and ethnic composition among unitarians and Other Liberal Faiths in "Other Faiths" Tradition by sources of guidance on right and wrong
% of unitarians and Other Liberal Faiths in "Other Faiths" Tradition who identify as…
| Sources of guidance on right and wrong | White | Black | Asian | Latino | Other/Mixed | Sample size |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Philosophy/reason | 87% | 2% | < 1% | 7% | 3% | 127 |
| Common sense | 71% | 8% | 1% | 11% | 9% | 183 |
Sample sizes and margins of error vary from subgroup to subgroup, from year to year and from state to state. You can see the sample size for the estimates in this chart on rollover or in the last column of the table. And visit this table to see approximate margins of error for a group of a given size. Readers should always bear in mind the approximate margin of error for the group they are examining when making comparisons with other groups or assessing the significance of trends over time. For full question wording, see the survey questionnaire.
Immigrant status among unitarians and Other Liberal Faiths in "Other Faiths" Tradition by sources of guidance on right and wrong
% of unitarians and Other Liberal Faiths in "Other Faiths" Tradition who are…
| Sources of guidance on right and wrong | Immigrants | Second generation | Third generation or higher | Sample size |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Philosophy/reason | 10% | 10% | 80% | 126 |
| Common sense | 8% | 7% | 85% | 184 |
Sample sizes and margins of error vary from subgroup to subgroup, from year to year and from state to state. You can see the sample size for the estimates in this chart on rollover or in the last column of the table. And visit this table to see approximate margins of error for a group of a given size. Readers should always bear in mind the approximate margin of error for the group they are examining when making comparisons with other groups or assessing the significance of trends over time. For full question wording, see the survey questionnaire.
Income distribution among unitarians and Other Liberal Faiths in "Other Faiths" Tradition by sources of guidance on right and wrong
% of unitarians and Other Liberal Faiths in "Other Faiths" Tradition who have a household income of…
| Sources of guidance on right and wrong | Less than $30,000 | $30,000-$49,999 | $50,000-$99,999 | $100,000 or more | Sample size |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Philosophy/reason | 25% | 15% | 30% | 30% | 120 |
| Common sense | 31% | 21% | 29% | 19% | 163 |
Sample sizes and margins of error vary from subgroup to subgroup, from year to year and from state to state. You can see the sample size for the estimates in this chart on rollover or in the last column of the table. And visit this table to see approximate margins of error for a group of a given size. Readers should always bear in mind the approximate margin of error for the group they are examining when making comparisons with other groups or assessing the significance of trends over time. For full question wording, see the survey questionnaire.
Educational distribution among unitarians and Other Liberal Faiths in "Other Faiths" Tradition by sources of guidance on right and wrong
% of unitarians and Other Liberal Faiths in "Other Faiths" Tradition who have completed…
| Sources of guidance on right and wrong | High school or less | Some college | College | Post-graduate degree | Sample size |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Philosophy/reason | 20% | 29% | 29% | 23% | 127 |
| Common sense | 32% | 36% | 15% | 17% | 182 |
Sample sizes and margins of error vary from subgroup to subgroup, from year to year and from state to state. You can see the sample size for the estimates in this chart on rollover or in the last column of the table. And visit this table to see approximate margins of error for a group of a given size. Readers should always bear in mind the approximate margin of error for the group they are examining when making comparisons with other groups or assessing the significance of trends over time. For full question wording, see the survey questionnaire.
Marital status among unitarians and Other Liberal Faiths in "Other Faiths" Tradition by sources of guidance on right and wrong
% of unitarians and Other Liberal Faiths in "Other Faiths" Tradition who are…
| Sources of guidance on right and wrong | Married | Living with a partner | Divorced/separated | Widowed | Never married | Sample size |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Philosophy/reason | 41% | 12% | 15% | 4% | 28% | 127 |
| Common sense | 31% | 16% | 21% | 4% | 28% | 186 |
Sample sizes and margins of error vary from subgroup to subgroup, from year to year and from state to state. You can see the sample size for the estimates in this chart on rollover or in the last column of the table. And visit this table to see approximate margins of error for a group of a given size. Readers should always bear in mind the approximate margin of error for the group they are examining when making comparisons with other groups or assessing the significance of trends over time. For full question wording, see the survey questionnaire.
Parent of children under 18 among unitarians and Other Liberal Faiths in "Other Faiths" Tradition by sources of guidance on right and wrong
% of unitarians and Other Liberal Faiths in "Other Faiths" Tradition who are…
| Sources of guidance on right and wrong | Parents | Non-parents | Sample size |
|---|---|---|---|
| Philosophy/reason | 19% | 81% | 127 |
| Common sense | 21% | 79% | 186 |
Sample sizes and margins of error vary from subgroup to subgroup, from year to year and from state to state. You can see the sample size for the estimates in this chart on rollover or in the last column of the table. And visit this table to see approximate margins of error for a group of a given size. Readers should always bear in mind the approximate margin of error for the group they are examining when making comparisons with other groups or assessing the significance of trends over time. For full question wording, see the survey questionnaire.
Beliefs✭and✭Practices
Belief in God among unitarians and Other Liberal Faiths in "Other Faiths" Tradition by sources of guidance on right and wrong
% of unitarians and Other Liberal Faiths in "Other Faiths" Tradition who say they…
| Sources of guidance on right and wrong | Believe in God; absolutely certain | Believe in God; fairly certain | Believe in God; not too/not at all certain | Believe in God; don't know | Do not believe in God | Other/don't know if they believe in God | Sample size |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Philosophy/reason | 26% | 34% | 10% | 2% | 23% | 5% | 127 |
| Common sense | 50% | 22% | 7% | 2% | 14% | 6% | 186 |
Sample sizes and margins of error vary from subgroup to subgroup, from year to year and from state to state. You can see the sample size for the estimates in this chart on rollover or in the last column of the table. And visit this table to see approximate margins of error for a group of a given size. Readers should always bear in mind the approximate margin of error for the group they are examining when making comparisons with other groups or assessing the significance of trends over time. For full question wording, see the survey questionnaire.
Importance of religion in one's life among unitarians and Other Liberal Faiths in "Other Faiths" Tradition by sources of guidance on right and wrong
% of unitarians and Other Liberal Faiths in "Other Faiths" Tradition who say religion is…
| Sources of guidance on right and wrong | Very important | Somewhat important | Not too important | Not at all important | Don't know | Sample size |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Philosophy/reason | 13% | 31% | 22% | 31% | 3% | 127 |
| Common sense | 26% | 31% | 20% | 22% | 2% | 186 |
Sample sizes and margins of error vary from subgroup to subgroup, from year to year and from state to state. You can see the sample size for the estimates in this chart on rollover or in the last column of the table. And visit this table to see approximate margins of error for a group of a given size. Readers should always bear in mind the approximate margin of error for the group they are examining when making comparisons with other groups or assessing the significance of trends over time. For full question wording, see the survey questionnaire.
Attendance at religious services among unitarians and Other Liberal Faiths in "Other Faiths" Tradition by sources of guidance on right and wrong
% of unitarians and Other Liberal Faiths in "Other Faiths" Tradition who attend religious services…
| Sources of guidance on right and wrong | At least once a week | Once or twice a month/a few times a year | Seldom/never | Don't know | Sample size |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Philosophy/reason | 12% | 31% | 57% | < 1% | 127 |
| Common sense | 14% | 26% | 60% | < 1% | 186 |
Sample sizes and margins of error vary from subgroup to subgroup, from year to year and from state to state. You can see the sample size for the estimates in this chart on rollover or in the last column of the table. And visit this table to see approximate margins of error for a group of a given size. Readers should always bear in mind the approximate margin of error for the group they are examining when making comparisons with other groups or assessing the significance of trends over time. For full question wording, see the survey questionnaire.
Frequency of prayer among unitarians and Other Liberal Faiths in "Other Faiths" Tradition by sources of guidance on right and wrong
% of unitarians and Other Liberal Faiths in "Other Faiths" Tradition who pray…
| Sources of guidance on right and wrong | At least daily | Weekly | Monthly | Seldom/never | Don't know | Sample size |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Philosophy/reason | 30% | 13% | 5% | 52% | < 1% | 127 |
| Common sense | 43% | 14% | 11% | 31% | 1% | 186 |
Sample sizes and margins of error vary from subgroup to subgroup, from year to year and from state to state. You can see the sample size for the estimates in this chart on rollover or in the last column of the table. And visit this table to see approximate margins of error for a group of a given size. Readers should always bear in mind the approximate margin of error for the group they are examining when making comparisons with other groups or assessing the significance of trends over time. For full question wording, see the survey questionnaire.
Frequency of participation in prayer, scripture study or religious education groups among unitarians and Other Liberal Faiths in "Other Faiths" Tradition by sources of guidance on right and wrong
% of unitarians and Other Liberal Faiths in "Other Faiths" Tradition who attend prayer group…
| Sources of guidance on right and wrong | At least once a week | Once or twice a month | Several times a year | Seldom/never | Don't know | Sample size |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Philosophy/reason | 5% | 3% | 14% | 76% | 2% | 127 |
| Common sense | 7% | 5% | 5% | 82% | 1% | 186 |
Sample sizes and margins of error vary from subgroup to subgroup, from year to year and from state to state. You can see the sample size for the estimates in this chart on rollover or in the last column of the table. And visit this table to see approximate margins of error for a group of a given size. Readers should always bear in mind the approximate margin of error for the group they are examining when making comparisons with other groups or assessing the significance of trends over time. For full question wording, see the survey questionnaire.
Frequency of meditation among unitarians and Other Liberal Faiths in "Other Faiths" Tradition by sources of guidance on right and wrong
% of unitarians and Other Liberal Faiths in "Other Faiths" Tradition who meditate…
| Sources of guidance on right and wrong | At least once a week | Once or twice a month | Several times a year | Seldom/never | Don't know | Sample size |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Philosophy/reason | 58% | 15% | 5% | 22% | < 1% | 127 |
| Common sense | 57% | 10% | 5% | 26% | 2% | 186 |
Sample sizes and margins of error vary from subgroup to subgroup, from year to year and from state to state. You can see the sample size for the estimates in this chart on rollover or in the last column of the table. And visit this table to see approximate margins of error for a group of a given size. Readers should always bear in mind the approximate margin of error for the group they are examining when making comparisons with other groups or assessing the significance of trends over time. For full question wording, see the survey questionnaire.
Frequency of feeling spiritual peace and wellbeing among unitarians and Other Liberal Faiths in "Other Faiths" Tradition by sources of guidance on right and wrong
% of unitarians and Other Liberal Faiths in "Other Faiths" Tradition who feel a sense of spiritual peace and wellbeing…
| Sources of guidance on right and wrong | At least once a week | Once or twice a month | Several times a year | Seldom/never | Don't know | Sample size |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Philosophy/reason | 67% | 7% | 11% | 15% | 1% | 127 |
| Common sense | 59% | 19% | 8% | 14% | < 1% | 186 |
Sample sizes and margins of error vary from subgroup to subgroup, from year to year and from state to state. You can see the sample size for the estimates in this chart on rollover or in the last column of the table. And visit this table to see approximate margins of error for a group of a given size. Readers should always bear in mind the approximate margin of error for the group they are examining when making comparisons with other groups or assessing the significance of trends over time. For full question wording, see the survey questionnaire.
Frequency of feeling wonder about the universe among unitarians and Other Liberal Faiths in "Other Faiths" Tradition by sources of guidance on right and wrong
% of unitarians and Other Liberal Faiths in "Other Faiths" Tradition who feel a sense of wonder about the universe…
| Sources of guidance on right and wrong | At least once a week | Once or twice a month | Several times a year | Seldom/never | Don't know | Sample size |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Philosophy/reason | 76% | 12% | 5% | 6% | < 1% | 127 |
| Common sense | 66% | 12% | 9% | 12% | 1% | 186 |
Sample sizes and margins of error vary from subgroup to subgroup, from year to year and from state to state. You can see the sample size for the estimates in this chart on rollover or in the last column of the table. And visit this table to see approximate margins of error for a group of a given size. Readers should always bear in mind the approximate margin of error for the group they are examining when making comparisons with other groups or assessing the significance of trends over time. For full question wording, see the survey questionnaire.
Belief in absolute standards for right and wrong among unitarians and Other Liberal Faiths in "Other Faiths" Tradition by sources of guidance on right and wrong
% of unitarians and Other Liberal Faiths in "Other Faiths" Tradition who say…
| Sources of guidance on right and wrong | There are clear standards for what is right and wrong | Right or wrong depends on the situation | Neither/both equally | Don't know | Sample size |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Philosophy/reason | 20% | 78% | < 1% | 2% | 127 |
| Common sense | 16% | 83% | 1% | < 1% | 186 |
Sample sizes and margins of error vary from subgroup to subgroup, from year to year and from state to state. You can see the sample size for the estimates in this chart on rollover or in the last column of the table. And visit this table to see approximate margins of error for a group of a given size. Readers should always bear in mind the approximate margin of error for the group they are examining when making comparisons with other groups or assessing the significance of trends over time. For full question wording, see the survey questionnaire.
Frequency of reading scripture among unitarians and Other Liberal Faiths in "Other Faiths" Tradition by sources of guidance on right and wrong
% of unitarians and Other Liberal Faiths in "Other Faiths" Tradition who read scripture…
| Sources of guidance on right and wrong | At least once a week | Once or twice a month | Several times a year | Seldom/never | Don't know | Sample size |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Philosophy/reason | 10% | 9% | 11% | 70% | < 1% | 127 |
| Common sense | 19% | 3% | 11% | 65% | 2% | 186 |
Sample sizes and margins of error vary from subgroup to subgroup, from year to year and from state to state. You can see the sample size for the estimates in this chart on rollover or in the last column of the table. And visit this table to see approximate margins of error for a group of a given size. Readers should always bear in mind the approximate margin of error for the group they are examining when making comparisons with other groups or assessing the significance of trends over time. For full question wording, see the survey questionnaire.
Interpreting scripture among unitarians and Other Liberal Faiths in "Other Faiths" Tradition by sources of guidance on right and wrong
% of unitarians and Other Liberal Faiths in "Other Faiths" Tradition who say the holy scripture is…
| Sources of guidance on right and wrong | Word of God; should be taken literally | Word of God; not everything taken literally | Word of God; other/don't know | Not the word of God | Other/don't know | Sample size |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Philosophy/reason | 1% | 8% | < 1% | 83% | 8% | 127 |
| Common sense | 4% | 5% | < 1% | 76% | 15% | 186 |
Sample sizes and margins of error vary from subgroup to subgroup, from year to year and from state to state. You can see the sample size for the estimates in this chart on rollover or in the last column of the table. And visit this table to see approximate margins of error for a group of a given size. Readers should always bear in mind the approximate margin of error for the group they are examining when making comparisons with other groups or assessing the significance of trends over time. For full question wording, see the survey questionnaire.
Belief in Heaven among unitarians and Other Liberal Faiths in "Other Faiths" Tradition by sources of guidance on right and wrong
% of unitarians and Other Liberal Faiths in "Other Faiths" Tradition who …in heaven
| Sources of guidance on right and wrong | Believe | Don't believe | Other/don't know | Sample size |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Philosophy/reason | 23% | 60% | 16% | 127 |
| Common sense | 29% | 55% | 16% | 186 |
Sample sizes and margins of error vary from subgroup to subgroup, from year to year and from state to state. You can see the sample size for the estimates in this chart on rollover or in the last column of the table. And visit this table to see approximate margins of error for a group of a given size. Readers should always bear in mind the approximate margin of error for the group they are examining when making comparisons with other groups or assessing the significance of trends over time. For full question wording, see the survey questionnaire.
Belief in Hell among unitarians and Other Liberal Faiths in "Other Faiths" Tradition by sources of guidance on right and wrong
% of unitarians and Other Liberal Faiths in "Other Faiths" Tradition who …in hell
| Sources of guidance on right and wrong | Believe | Don't believe | Other/don't know | Sample size |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Philosophy/reason | 9% | 88% | 3% | 127 |
| Common sense | 20% | 72% | 8% | 186 |
Sample sizes and margins of error vary from subgroup to subgroup, from year to year and from state to state. You can see the sample size for the estimates in this chart on rollover or in the last column of the table. And visit this table to see approximate margins of error for a group of a given size. Readers should always bear in mind the approximate margin of error for the group they are examining when making comparisons with other groups or assessing the significance of trends over time. For full question wording, see the survey questionnaire.
Social✭and✭Political✭Views
Party affiliation among unitarians and Other Liberal Faiths in "Other Faiths" Tradition by sources of guidance on right and wrong
% of unitarians and Other Liberal Faiths in "Other Faiths" Tradition who identify as…
| Sources of guidance on right and wrong | Republican/lean Rep. | No lean | Democrat/lean Dem. | Sample size |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Philosophy/reason | 14% | 21% | 66% | 127 |
| Common sense | 22% | 23% | 55% | 186 |
Sample sizes and margins of error vary from subgroup to subgroup, from year to year and from state to state. You can see the sample size for the estimates in this chart on rollover or in the last column of the table. And visit this table to see approximate margins of error for a group of a given size. Readers should always bear in mind the approximate margin of error for the group they are examining when making comparisons with other groups or assessing the significance of trends over time. For full question wording, see the survey questionnaire.
Political ideology among unitarians and Other Liberal Faiths in "Other Faiths" Tradition by sources of guidance on right and wrong
% of unitarians and Other Liberal Faiths in "Other Faiths" Tradition who are…
| Sources of guidance on right and wrong | Conservative | Moderate | Liberal | Don't know | Sample size |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Philosophy/reason | 8% | 43% | 48% | 2% | 127 |
| Common sense | 14% | 25% | 51% | 10% | 186 |
Sample sizes and margins of error vary from subgroup to subgroup, from year to year and from state to state. You can see the sample size for the estimates in this chart on rollover or in the last column of the table. And visit this table to see approximate margins of error for a group of a given size. Readers should always bear in mind the approximate margin of error for the group they are examining when making comparisons with other groups or assessing the significance of trends over time. For full question wording, see the survey questionnaire.
Views about size of government among unitarians and Other Liberal Faiths in "Other Faiths" Tradition by sources of guidance on right and wrong
% of unitarians and Other Liberal Faiths in "Other Faiths" Tradition who would rather have…
| Sources of guidance on right and wrong | Smaller government; fewer services | Bigger government; more services | Depends | Don't know | Sample size |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Philosophy/reason | 38% | 48% | 11% | 3% | 127 |
| Common sense | 46% | 38% | 7% | 9% | 186 |
Sample sizes and margins of error vary from subgroup to subgroup, from year to year and from state to state. You can see the sample size for the estimates in this chart on rollover or in the last column of the table. And visit this table to see approximate margins of error for a group of a given size. Readers should always bear in mind the approximate margin of error for the group they are examining when making comparisons with other groups or assessing the significance of trends over time. For full question wording, see the survey questionnaire.
Views about government aid to the poor among unitarians and Other Liberal Faiths in "Other Faiths" Tradition by sources of guidance on right and wrong
% of unitarians and Other Liberal Faiths in "Other Faiths" Tradition who say government aid to the poor…
| Sources of guidance on right and wrong | Does more harm than good | Does more good than harm | Neither/both equally | Don't know | Sample size |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Philosophy/reason | 17% | 75% | 6% | 2% | 127 |
| Common sense | 30% | 59% | 4% | 6% | 186 |
Sample sizes and margins of error vary from subgroup to subgroup, from year to year and from state to state. You can see the sample size for the estimates in this chart on rollover or in the last column of the table. And visit this table to see approximate margins of error for a group of a given size. Readers should always bear in mind the approximate margin of error for the group they are examining when making comparisons with other groups or assessing the significance of trends over time. For full question wording, see the survey questionnaire.
Views about abortion among unitarians and Other Liberal Faiths in "Other Faiths" Tradition by sources of guidance on right and wrong
% of unitarians and Other Liberal Faiths in "Other Faiths" Tradition who say abortion should be…
| Sources of guidance on right and wrong | Legal in all/most cases | Illegal in all/most cases | Don't know | Sample size |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Philosophy/reason | 84% | 12% | 4% | 127 |
| Common sense | 76% | 15% | 9% | 186 |
Sample sizes and margins of error vary from subgroup to subgroup, from year to year and from state to state. You can see the sample size for the estimates in this chart on rollover or in the last column of the table. And visit this table to see approximate margins of error for a group of a given size. Readers should always bear in mind the approximate margin of error for the group they are examining when making comparisons with other groups or assessing the significance of trends over time. For full question wording, see the survey questionnaire.
Views about homosexuality among unitarians and Other Liberal Faiths in "Other Faiths" Tradition by sources of guidance on right and wrong
% of unitarians and Other Liberal Faiths in "Other Faiths" Tradition who say homosexuality…
| Sources of guidance on right and wrong | Should be accepted | Should be discouraged | Neither/both equally | Don't know | Sample size |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Philosophy/reason | 94% | 3% | 3% | 1% | 127 |
| Common sense | 85% | 7% | 6% | 2% | 186 |
Sample sizes and margins of error vary from subgroup to subgroup, from year to year and from state to state. You can see the sample size for the estimates in this chart on rollover or in the last column of the table. And visit this table to see approximate margins of error for a group of a given size. Readers should always bear in mind the approximate margin of error for the group they are examining when making comparisons with other groups or assessing the significance of trends over time. For full question wording, see the survey questionnaire.
Views about same-sex marriage among unitarians and Other Liberal Faiths in "Other Faiths" Tradition by sources of guidance on right and wrong
% of unitarians and Other Liberal Faiths in "Other Faiths" Tradition who …same-sex marriage
| Sources of guidance on right and wrong | Strongly favor/favor | Oppose/strongly oppose | Don't know | Sample size |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Philosophy/reason | 93% | 5% | 2% | 127 |
| Common sense | 82% | 8% | 10% | 186 |
Sample sizes and margins of error vary from subgroup to subgroup, from year to year and from state to state. You can see the sample size for the estimates in this chart on rollover or in the last column of the table. And visit this table to see approximate margins of error for a group of a given size. Readers should always bear in mind the approximate margin of error for the group they are examining when making comparisons with other groups or assessing the significance of trends over time. For full question wording, see the survey questionnaire.
Views about environmental regulation among unitarians and Other Liberal Faiths in "Other Faiths" Tradition by sources of guidance on right and wrong
% of unitarians and Other Liberal Faiths in "Other Faiths" Tradition who say…
| Sources of guidance on right and wrong | Stricter environmental laws and regulations cost too many jobs and hurt the economy | Stricter environmental laws and regulations are worth the cost | Neither/both equally | Don't know | Sample size |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Philosophy/reason | 12% | 79% | 5% | 4% | 127 |
| Common sense | 21% | 66% | 5% | 8% | 186 |
Sample sizes and margins of error vary from subgroup to subgroup, from year to year and from state to state. You can see the sample size for the estimates in this chart on rollover or in the last column of the table. And visit this table to see approximate margins of error for a group of a given size. Readers should always bear in mind the approximate margin of error for the group they are examining when making comparisons with other groups or assessing the significance of trends over time. For full question wording, see the survey questionnaire.
Views about human evolution among unitarians and Other Liberal Faiths in "Other Faiths" Tradition by sources of guidance on right and wrong
% of unitarians and Other Liberal Faiths in "Other Faiths" Tradition who say humans…
| Sources of guidance on right and wrong | Evolved; due to natural processes | Evolved; due to God's design | Evolved; don't know how | Always existed in present form | Don't know | Sample size |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Philosophy/reason | 68% | 18% | 7% | 6% | 1% | 127 |
| Common sense | 51% | 19% | 7% | 13% | 10% | 186 |
Sample sizes and margins of error vary from subgroup to subgroup, from year to year and from state to state. You can see the sample size for the estimates in this chart on rollover or in the last column of the table. And visit this table to see approximate margins of error for a group of a given size. Readers should always bear in mind the approximate margin of error for the group they are examining when making comparisons with other groups or assessing the significance of trends over time. For full question wording, see the survey questionnaire.
