The Daily 'The Run-Up': The Guardrails
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Oct 1, 2022 
Ruth Graham, a New York Times reporter focused on faith and politics, teams up with Al Mohler, President of the Southern Baptist Theological Seminary. Together, they delve into the profound transformation of American evangelicalism and its impact on politics. They discuss how the aftermath of the Capitol events reshaped voter attitudes and the growing disconnect between faith and political engagement. The conversation highlights the rise of Christian nationalism and the evolving responsibilities of church leaders in today's polarized landscape.
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Trump's Biblical Fluency
- As a presidential candidate in 2016, Donald Trump mispronounced "Second Corinthians" as "Two Corinthians" at Liberty University.
- This revealed his lack of biblical fluency, yet it didn't hinder his support among evangelicals.
Transactional Support for Trump
- Evangelicals supported Trump not solely for religious reasons, but for political gains like a conservative judiciary.
- Overturning Roe v. Wade was prioritized over biblical accuracy.
Shifting Church Dynamics
- The politicization of the pandemic and racial justice issues shifted the dynamics within evangelical churches.
- Churchgoers, influenced by conservative media, began challenging pastors on COVID-19 protocols and racial justice conversations.