Did Democrats Embrace Christian Nationalism in the Midterms?
Given the false claims about Christian Nationalism as a new crop of mainline Protestant clergy head to Washington, D.C., this issue of A Public Witness explores what differentiates a Christian in politics from a Christian Nationalist.
Religious Democrats Prepare to Turn Election Victories Into Legislative Action
Newly elected lawmakers are setting their priorities as progressive faith groups press Congress to act on voting rights, healthcare, and economic inequality.
Bystanders Defend Seattle Diwali Celebration Targeted by Far-Right Agitators
Far-right agitators disrupted a Seattle Diwali celebration. Bystanders of all backgrounds banded together to push them out.
Clergy Candidates’ Message of ‘Love Your Neighbor’ Powers Democrats’ Midterm Election Gains
It was a striking midterm victory that demonstrated the strength of the religious left as a counter to the stalwart evangelical support for President Donald Trump and his fellow Republicans.
Bob Dylan Comes Knockin’ on Pope’s Door As Leo Welcomes Legend to Vatican
Leo had quoted from an unpublished protest song Dylan penned in 1963, ‘Go Away You Bomb,’ in his 2026 book ‘Disarmed and Disarming: Peace Is a Gift.’
A Blue Mainline Protestant Wave Challenges Hegseth’s Violent Christian Nationalism
One early victim of this 'Blue Wave,' which was fueled in part by mainline Protestant clergy running for office, may have been the monthly Christian worship service at the Pentagon.
Review: Go and Do Likewise
This compelling book by Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear seeks to reclaim faith as a force for good in the age of Trump and rebukes those who use it to harm and discriminate.
Adam Hamilton Takes a Pastoral Approach in His Final Days on Campaign Trail
Considered a long shot when he first jumped into the U.S. Senate race in Kansas, the Rev. Adam Hamilton, a United Methodist megachurch pastor, narrowly led in the polls as Election Day approached.
Episcopal Bishops Curry and Rowe Hold Funeral Service for Enslaved Africans’ Reinterment
Rowe praised the efforts of the southern Virginia diocese’s Bishop Susan Haynes and the Rev. Jan M. Brown, who led the effort.
Satanic Temple Wins Right to Stage Holiday Event in Iowa Capitol’s Rotunda
A lawsuit sought to have the court declare that state officials’ denials violated constitutional rights under the First and 14th Amendments as well as rights under the Iowa Civil Rights Act and Iowa Religious Freedom Restoration Act.