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The Beloit College Mindset List for the class of 2016
Every year, Beloit College in Beloit, Wis., releases its Mindset List to give a snapshot of how the incoming freshmen class views the world.
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Gallup poll: Top 5 men and women admired by Americans
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George Beverly Shea dies, leaves legacy as Gospel baritone
George Beverly Shea dies: Known as the soloist for the Billy Graham crusade, George Beverly Shea sang before some 200 million people.
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Desmond Tutu wins Templeton Prize for 'affirming life's spiritual dimension'
Tutu, the first black man to lead South Africa's Anglican church, also headed the post-apartheid Truth and Reconciliation Commission. He is a 'living model of the benefits of religion,' the Templeton Foundation said.
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Obama, Hillary Clinton top Gallup's most admired: Who else is on the list?
President Obama and Secretary of State Hillary Clinton both extended their winning streaks as the man and woman most admired by Americans. The women's list is more diverse than the men's.
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The Beloit College Mindset List for the class of 2016
Every year, Beloit College in Beloit, Wis., releases its Mindset List to give a snapshot of how the incoming freshmen class views the world.
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Chick-fil-A sets sales record amid controversy (+video)
A Chick-fil-A executive's comments against gay marriage have sparked national debate. Meanwhile, the company set a one-day sales record Wednesday. Now, gay rights activists have scheduled a 'Kiss In' for Friday.
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Chick-fil-A: Culture war in a chicken sandwich? (+video)
Chick-fil-A is closed on Sundays and opposes gay marriage. Chicago and Boston politicians speak out against Chick-fil-A restaurants in their cities. Christian conservatives call for a 'Chick-fil-A Appreciation Day.'
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Why North Carolina banned gay marriage (+video)
Republicans and African Americans in North Carolina were united in supporting a constitutional ban on gay marriage. The North Carolina is a key swing state in the 2012 presidential election.
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North Carolina bans gay marriage with constitutional amendment
Voters approved the amendment on Tuesday, with 58 percent in favor. North Carolina is the thirtieth state to ban gay marriage.
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How North Carolina gay-marriage vote could hurt Obama reelection bid
President Obama is in an awkward spot on gay marriage, and Tuesday's vote to ban gay marriage in North Carolina – a swing state – highlights a potential vulnerability in November.
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Dalai Lama wins Templeton Prize as more than 'simple Buddhist monk'
The Dalai Lama has won the Templeton Prize for exceptional contributions to affirming life’s spiritual dimension by spreading his message of compassion worldwide.
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Politics of Rick Santorum's theology: Is faith a kingmaker or deal-breaker?
Rick Santorum, playing the religion card, appears to be winning support of evangelical Christians ahead of potentially pivotal GOP primaries in Arizona and Michigan.
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'Most admired' list: Gingrich up, Palin down; Obama, Clinton still No. 1
For two years running, President Obama is the man Americans most admire, and Secretary of State Hillary Clinton is again the most-admired woman, a new Gallup survey shows. But the public’s views of other politicians shifted noticeably in 2011.
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Templeton Prize surprises Cambridge astrophysicist Martin Rees
Astrophysicist Martin Rees, a man of 'no religious beliefs,' was awarded the Templeton Prize for helping humanity address 'fundamental questions of our nature and existence.'
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Gallup poll: Top 5 men and women admired by Americans
Gallup released its annual “Most Admired” poll Monday. Since the organization started surveying people about this in 1946, sitting presidents have held the No. 1 spot for men 52 times. How did President Obama fare in the 2010 ranking? Read on to learn who earned the Top 5 spots for both men and women in the Gallup poll.
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The Muslim myth about Obama: He's in good company
The bigoted and ignorant allegations that President Obama is a Muslim call to mind slurs against past US presidents. Critics called Lincoln a Catholic and labeled Jefferson an atheist.
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Why doesn’t Obama wear his religion on his sleeve?
What will it take for Obama to convince the world that he’s a Christian, or at least not a Muslim? Teaching Baptist Sunday School like Jimmy Carter? Putting a 'My Boss is a Jewish Carpenter' bumper sticker on Air Force One?
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Wyclef Jean's uncle to run for president of Haiti
Wyclef Jean's uncle, Raymond Joseph – who is Haiti's ambassador to the US – tells the Monitor that he is running for president this fall. Will the hip hop artist and his uncle team up – or compete against each other in Haiti's presidential campaign?
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Opinion: The dangers of seeing America as a 'Christian nation'
Christian traditionalists see American freedom as derived from Christian faith. That flies in the face of the historical record – and it distorts today's political debates.
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Evangelist Franklin Graham won't speak at Pentagon prayer event
Franklin Graham had made remarks about Islam that Muslims and others said were insulting. The Pentagon rescinded his invitation to speak at a May 6 event.
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Gallup: Clinton narrowly beats Palin as 'most admired woman'
Hillary Rodham Clinton edged out Sarah Palin as most admired woman in this year's Gallup poll. But Palin won handily among Republicans, and she tied Clinton among Independents.
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The role of religion under Obama
Wednesday's National Prayer Service featured an array of faith leaders, as Democrats aim for inclusiveness and a fuller religious voice.
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Opinion: Stop picking on Jimmy Carter
He suffers from an egregiously unfair reputation. His record, though, shows he was quite a good president.
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A new-style evangelical pastor ascends the political stage
Pastor Rick Warren interviews Obama and McCain in a live broadcast Saturday.
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Rev. Jim Wallis searches for old-time justice
The author and activist aims to strengthen the link between spirituality and commitment to moral issues like poverty.
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