Faithful Politics
Ministers of Propaganda: Unveiling the Ideology of the Religious Right with Scott M. Coley
Jul 20, 2024
Philosophy lecturer Scott M. Coley discusses his book on evangelicalism and right-wing politics, delving into ideology, motivated reasoning, the use of scripture, and the impact of authoritarianism on democratic institutions. The conversation explores interpretations of sacred texts, the paradigm of authority and submission, and the need for critical thinking in religious and political ideologies.
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- Christian theology supports right-wing agendas, intertwining faith with politics.
- Conservative Evangelicalism fosters authoritarianism and traditional values shaping political viewpoints.
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White Evangelicals and Alternate Reality Beliefs
Many white evangelicals hold beliefs such as thinking the 2020 election was stolen, denying climate change, and entertaining QAnon conspiracies more than the general population. The prevalence of these beliefs among evangelicals raises questions about why this is the case and what factors contribute to such alternate reality beliefs.
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