Problem: In a half-page essay explain, the ways in which families and religion has changed in the U.S. over the last fifty years. Draw data from the chapter in support of your analysis. Compared to fifty years ago, how would you assess the importance of families for people living in the U.S? What about the importance of religion? In each case, has change been for the better or not? Why? Society: The Basics John J. Macionis. Need Assignment Help?