For much of American history; evangelicalism was aligned with progressive political causes-the abolition of slavery; universal suffrage; and public education. But contemporary conservative activists have defaulted on this majestic legacy; embracing instead an agenda virtually indistinguishable from the Republican Party platform. How has evangelical Christianity become so entrenched in partisan politics? Randall Balmer; an evangelical Christian and a historian of American religion; deftly combines ethnographic research; theological reflections; and historical context to examine the nature of the Religious Right today-and offers a rallying cry for liberal Christians to reclaim the noble traditions of their faith.
#37694 in Books Three Rivers Press CA 2016-09-20 2016-09-20Original language:EnglishPDF # 1 7.60 x 1.10 x 5.40l; 1.25 #File Name: 0451498097336 pagesThree Rivers Press CA
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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. alex babyBy michelle heimgartnergreat easy read1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. Fascinating and fast readBy RoseI liked this book very much. Published in 2016; it even mentions the stage musical and contrasts some differences between the musical and history as it happened. Quick read and fascinating. I learned a lot that I didn't know about Hamilton.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Pen at dawn!By @marcosthecubanFun; easy read. Brilliant orchestration. Pen at dawn!
