Most Americans Say Lawmakers Should Be Religious

I knew this, however this will surprise those who listen to mainstream media.

According to a recent survey by the Pew Research Center,

 61% of Americans say it is important that members of Congress have strong religious beliefs;

 34% say it is not important. 

Majorities across all major religious groups, except the religiously unaffiliated, agree that it is important for national lawmakers to have strong religious beliefs.