A recent survey from the Public Religion Research Institute reveals shifting attitudes toward LGBTQ rights among conservative groups, with nearly 40% of white evangelical Protestants now supporting same-sex marriage. More broadly, over two-thirds of Americans favor marriage equality. However, splitting opinions persist on transgender rights, particularly concerning laws banning gender-affirming care for minors. Additionally, the survey highlights a trend of disaffiliation from faith groups among LGBTQ individuals, with key numbers citing religious treatment of LGBTQ people as a major factor contributing to their departure.
According to PRRI's American Values Atlas, more than two-thirds of Americans now favor the right for same-sex couples to marry, reflecting a shift in conservative perspectives.
Melissa Deckman notes that many Republicans are litigating on behalf of business owners to refuse service to LGBTQ customers, framing these efforts in terms of religious freedom.
Many LGBTQ individuals have disaffiliated from faith groups, with 52% not considering themselves religious, citing treatment by religious traditions as a key reason.
The survey shows a split among Americans on transgender rights, particularly regarding laws banning gender-affirming care for minors, evidencing a lack of consensus.
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