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Hoping Against Hope in American Democracy

Gospelbound

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Politics as a False Solution

We are existing in a post-enlightenment context where agreement on the nature of truth and goodness is eroding. This situation reflects a shift away from the foundational principles of liberalism, which emphasizes the importance of individual freedom and reasoned democratic debate. As these principles fade, the notion that politics can provide solutions to the issues perceived by Christians in the world becomes increasingly untenable. In this landscape, politics is seen as a false solution to contemporary challenges, underscoring the need for alternative approaches to achieving outcomes that align with values traditionally championed by liberal thought.

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