Sex is at the heart of many of the most divisive political issues of our age, whether it be abortion, same-sex marriage, or transgender rights. We talk with an author who argues that America’s religious and political divides are rooted in changing views about sexual morality. We also explore the financial realities of Americans.
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Moral Combat: How Sex Divided American Christians & Fractured American Politics
The 20th century saw bitter debates over contraception, abortion, same-sex and interracial marriage, and more. A historian of American religion talks about her book Moral Combat, and why she argues that America’s religious and political divides are rooted in changing views about sexual morality.
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Financial Uncertainty Is A Huge Challenge For American Families
A team of researchers investigated the financial realities of hundreds of American families through frequent interviews and detailed spending diaries. They were surprised to learn that inconsistent income and spending were more of a challenge than the level of household earnings.
Episode Credits
- Judith Siers-Poisson Host
- Haleema Shah Producer
- Judith Siers-Poisson Producer
- R. Marie Griffith Guest
- Jonathan Morduch Guest
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