The Religious Factor in the 1960 Presidential Election

The Religious Factor in the 1960 Presidential Election
Author: Albert J. Menendez
Publisher: McFarland
Total Pages: 273
Release: 2014-01-10
Genre: Political Science
ISBN: 0786484934

The candidacy of John F. Kennedy provoked widespread discussion of issues relating to church and state and to the role of Catholics in American politics. This text is the inside story of that dramatic campaign and is the first scholarly examination based on actual voting returns. It includes a detailed analysis of the vote in every state, revealing that religion affected the outcome of the election far more than previously thought. Kennedy lost more votes than he gained due to his religious affiliation, but by crafting a strong coalition, he prevailed in one of the closest races in presidential history.

The Encyclopedia of the Stone-Campbell Movement

The Encyclopedia of the Stone-Campbell Movement
Author: Douglas A. Foster
Publisher: Wm. B. Eerdmans Publishing
Total Pages: 902
Release: 2004
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 9780802838988

"Over ten years in the making, The Encyclopedia of the Stone-Campbell Movement offers for the first time a sweeping historical and theological treatment of this complex, vibrant global communion. Written by more than 300 contributors, this major reference work contains over 700 original articles covering all of the significant individuals, events, places, and theological tenets that have shaped the Movement. Much more than simply a historical dictionary, this volume also constitutes an interpretive work reflecting historical consensus among Stone-Campbell scholars, even as it attempts to present a fair, representative picture of the rich heritage that is the Stone-Campbell Movement."--BOOK JACKET.

The Exercise of Informal Power Within the Church of Christ

The Exercise of Informal Power Within the Church of Christ
Author: Robert C. Douglas
Publisher:
Total Pages: 208
Release: 2008
Genre: Political Science
ISBN:

The only study to examine how the unofficial hierarchy-editors of denominational journals, academic leaders, and pastors--shaped the Church of Christ's response to the Civil Rights Movement.

Religion and Politics in Presidential Elections

Religion and Politics in Presidential Elections
Author: Victor Wan-Tatah
Publisher: Xlibris Corporation
Total Pages: 203
Release: 2012-12-14
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 1479704024

My frustration and disappointment with the media coverage of the 2008 and 2012 presidential elections prompted me to write this book. I feel strongly about correcting the misinformation, the presentation of fabrications as truth, and the blatant demonizing of the experiences and perspectives of others. I made up my mind that I wanted to address these issues the best way that I know how. Politics involving religion and moral issues, particularly in the areas of Christianity, African American religion, and Black Liberation Theologyare my areas of interest and expertise. At different times, I have taught classes at the university level involving these topics, and with the encouragement of my students, I wish to address them in this book. Drilling down to the root cause of the anti-Obama rhetoric coming from Republicans and Christian conservatives not only provided useful talking points for my introductory course in Africana Studies, but the issue became personal and convinced me to embark on this project.

God Wills it

God Wills it
Author: David O'Connell
Publisher: Routledge
Total Pages: 515
Release: 2017-07-05
Genre: Political Science
ISBN: 1351517112

God Wills It is a comprehensive study of presidential religious rhetoric. Using careful analysis of hundreds of transcripts, David O'Connell reveals the hidden strategy behind presidential religious speech. He asks when and why religious language is used, and when it is, whether such language is influential.Case studies explore the religious arguments presidents have made to defend their decisions on issues like defense spending, environmental protection, and presidential scandals. O'Connell provides strong evidence that when religious rhetoric is used public opinion typically goes against the president, the media reacts harshly to his words, and Congress fails to do as he wants. An experimental chapter casts even further doubt on the persuasiveness of religious rhetoric.God Wills It shows that presidents do not talk this way because they want to. Presidents like Jimmy Carter and George H.W. Bush were quite uncomfortable using faith to promote their agendas. They did so because they felt they must. God Wills It shows that even if presidents attempt to call on the deity, the more important question remains: Will God come when they do?