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Faith, Politics, and Southern Identity
This chapter explores the historical and contemporary roles of women in the Christian church, alongside a deep dive into regional conservatism, particularly contrasting the Southeast with the liberal West Coast. It discusses the psychological and cultural factors that influence Southern conservatives' beliefs, including their sense of persecution and resistance to change in the context of shifting societal norms. The conversation further examines the intertwining of religion, nationalism, and identity politics, underscoring the challenges of engaging with complex belief systems and the nuances of intelligent design versus evolution debates.