Per new polling reported by Gallup, religion is no longer important to most Americans.

In response to the question "Is religion an important part of your daily life," 49 percent said yes.

Ten years ago, in 2015, 66 percent responded affirmatively.

Gallup notes that this 17-point drop "ranks among the largest Gallup has recorded in any country over any 10-year period since 2007."

This departure from religion has partisan characteristics.

In 2001, per Gallup, 11 percent of Democrats and 7 percent of Republicans said they have no religion. In 2023, this difference widened to 33 percent of Democrats and 12 percent of Republicans saying they have no religion.

What are the practical implications?

Two major social institutions derive authority from religion. One is marriage. We refer to marriage as "holy matrimony." Another is private property. The Eighth Commandment says, "Thou shalt not steal."

Regarding marriage, again from Gallup, among 30- to 50-year-olds, in 1981 there was little........

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