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The Evangelical Vote (2019)

Jun 23, 2022
Molly Worthen, a history professor at the University of North Carolina, delves into the powerful intersection of evangelicalism and U.S. politics. She traces the evolution of white evangelicalism, linking it to conservative movements since the 1970s. Worthen highlights the impact of pivotal figures like John Nelson Darby and the racial divides that shaped the community. The discussion also touches on the surge of political activism following landmark events like Roe v. Wade, illustrating a complex and often contentious relationship between faith and politics.
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