How Does Religion Influence Politics?

by Stefan Kiesbye (Editor)

Overview

Despite a goal to separate church and state, peoples' religious beliefs always find a way into political discussion. This collection of essays gives readers a thorough understanding of how religion impacts politics. Essays debate whether Christian fundamentalism is ruining American freedom, whether pastors should be allowed to endorse candidates, and whether religion can bring peace and justice.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780737746754
Publisher:	Greenhaven Publishing LLC
Publication date:	04/03/2010
Series:	At Issue Series: Religion
Pages:	120
Product dimensions:	6.20(w) x 9.10(h) x 0.50(d)
Age Range:	14 - 17 Years

Table of Contents

Introduction 7

1 Religion Cannot Be Separated from Politics Richard John Neuhaus 10

2 Religion and Politics Are Not Separate in America Paul Jenkins 16

3 Religion Has Become a Liability in Politics Johnny No One 22

4 The Role of Religion in Politics Has Grown Kevin Coe David Domke 31

5 Black Evangelicals Have Become a Social and Political Force Krissah Williams 35

6 Christian Fundamentalists Threaten American Freedom Rob Boston 41

7 Pastors Should Be Allowed to Endorse Candidates in Sermons Erik Stanley 52

8 Pastors Should Not Be Allowed to Endorse Candidates in Sermons Barry W. Lynn 56

9 Religion's Role in Gay Marriage Violates Separation of Church and State Geoffrey Stone 60

10 Religion Is Influencing Global Politics Timothy Samuel Shah Monica Duffy Toft 65

11 Religion Could Bring About Peace and Justice Joan Bakewell 74

12 Christian Fundamentalists Influence U.S. Policies in the Middle East Stephen Zunes 78

13 Christian Fundamentalists Influence America's Anti-Muslim Foreign Policy Yoginder Sikand 89

Organizations to Contact 95

Bibliography 100

Index 107

Editorial Reviews

Review: How Does Religion Influence Politics? "...this text keeps arguments even-tempered, information straightforward, and details unsensationalized."—Booklist

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