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Originally posted by amycat412
I've found in the NPHC women I know, and African American women I know, that religion plays a greater role culturally. Do you think that's true?
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Good question.
I will say that religion plays a different role in the black community. But, I will not say (and there is no empirical evidence...this is one of my research fields) that it plays a GREATER role culturally.
The different role is directly related to the unique experiences of the Black community, as a whole, in this country. Faith is what kept us sane and grounded as a community. "Black Church" networks were the center means of socialization since we were not allowed to participate in other organizations and churches. Everyone who was anyone had ties to the Black Church and organizations held their meetings in, or were closely associated with, the Black Church.
This role has transformed but religion remains salient. This is a big reason why you observe what you observe.
Sorry, T La Rock, LL killed it. 
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