God in the corridors of power
Book Description
In the complex landscape where faith meets politics, understanding the intersection of spiritual conviction and governmental power becomes essential for anyone seeking to comprehend modern American society. This comprehensive examination reveals how Christian conservative movements have shaped political discourse and achieved remarkable influence across multiple levels of government.
Authors Michael Ryan and Les Switzer present a thorough analysis of the forces that enabled religious conservatives to build substantial political coalitions and establish a lasting presence in America's corridors of power. The book explores how these activists successfully leveraged both commercial and noncommercial media platforms to spread their message and mobilize supporters, creating an unprecedented network of influence.
Through detailed case studies and historical context, readers discover the theological foundations and social dynamics that drive Christian conservative activism. The authors trace these movements within the broader framework of America's economic and social transformation over the past century, offering insights into how religious conviction translates into political action.
The work examines prominent personalities who have shaped this movement while exploring the deeper meaning of political conservatism in American culture. Rather than simply celebrating or criticizing, the authors provide a balanced assessment that acknowledges both the achievements and limitations of Christian conservative power in contemporary political culture.
For those seeking to understand how spiritual beliefs influence civic engagement and political participation, this analysis offers valuable perspective on the ongoing relationship between faith and governance in America.
Who Is This For?
📖 Reading Level: Long (> 400 pages) (~14 hours)
🕉️ Tradition: Christianity
📄 Length: 504 pages
What You'll Discover
- ✓ Explore Religious aspects
- ✓ Explore Christianity
- ✓ Explore Conservatism, religious aspects
- ✓ Explore Religious right
- ✓ Explore United states, politics and government, 2001-2009
- ✓ Explore Politics and government
- ✓ Explore United states, religion
- ✓ Explore Conservatism
