Mormons, African Americans face substantial prejudice, poll finds

July 16, 2012

source: Washington Post

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MR says: In the poll, more Americans expressed “no opinion” when asked about the Mormon faith. Maybe it's easier to say that than appear prejudiced?

Substantial prejudice still exists for both Mormons and African Americans, despite shifting views on both groups since Barack Obama and Mitt Romney first ran for president four years ago.

Sizable pockets of voters say they would be uncomfortable with a close family member marrying someone who is black or Mormon, according to a new Washington Post-ABC News poll, with Mormons facing slightly more distrust from people outside their community.

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