The Struggle for Progress: Faith and Technology

This chapter explores the internal tensions around the idea of progress within contemporary Christian thought and technological advancements. It examines how different intellectual movements perceive progress as threatened and the role of religious beliefs in defending liberal values amidst the challenges posed by secular humanism. The discussion highlights Girard's theories as a lens for understanding the interplay between religion, technology, and political discourse in shaping modern perceptions of societal evolution.