Vote for Me, I’m a Christian
This issue of A Public Witness unpacks a recent faith-based political ad from Josh Hawley to consider what it tells us more broadly about the state of the 2024 election cycle.
Scripture-Quoting Alabama Judge in IVF Case Bridges Natural Law and Christian Nationalism
But those who know Tom Parker say his IVF concurring opinion was not simply a heartfelt expression of faith, but part of a strategy the chief justice has used to create legal precedent for conservative causes.
Freethought Caucus’ Huffman Invites Christian Nationalism Critic to State of the Union
The invite is the latest move by the Congressional Freethought Caucus to elevate criticism of Christian Nationalism.
When Bad Theology Leads to Bad Laws
During a recent debate in the Missouri Senate over a proposal to create rape and incest exemptions to Missouri’s abortion ban, one lawmaker argued against such exceptions by defaming God.
Is Michael Flynn Coming to a Church Near You?
This issue of A Public Witness gives you an inside look at disgraced former Lt. General Michael Flynn’s latest QAnon crusade called “Get in the Fight” being held in sanctuaries around the country.
New Survey Finds Pockets of Support for Christian Nationalism Across the Country
The survey found support for Christian Nationalism concentrated in two religious groups: white evangelical Protestants and Hispanic Protestants.
Baptizing America
Word&Way’s own Brian Kaylor and Beau Underwood wrote a new book, “Baptizing America: How Mainline Protestants Helped Build Christian Nationalism,” which is available for pre-order now.
Trump Promises a Revival of Christian Power in Speech to National Religious Broadcasters
Trump’s biggest applause lines came when he promised to promote school vouchers, seal the United States’ southern border, and prevent transgender women from participating in women’s sports.
Bible-Quoting Alabama Chief Justice Sparks Church-State Debate in Embryo Ruling
Justice Parker sprinkled his legal opinion with a litany of religious sources, from classic Christian theologians like St. Thomas Aquinas and John Calvin, to a modern conservative Christian manifesto, the Manhattan Declaration, that opposes “anti-life” measures.
Texas Baptist Church to Host Michael Flynn and QAnon Promoters
A prominent Southern Baptist church in Fort Worth, Texas, will host a two-day event this weekend featuring disgraced former Lt. General Michael Flynn and other activists who have pushed QAnon conspiracy theories about alleged sex trafficking rings.