One Nation, Under God?
Summary
Host John Meacham traces the rise of the religious right from Jerry Falwell’s reaction to Roe v. Wade to its modern alliance with Donald Trump. The episode explores how white evangelical support for the GOP stems from a perceived cultural siege and desire to restore traditional power. Meacham contrasts this exclusionary political theology with the inclusive, liberation-focused history of the Black church.
Topics discussed
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Jerry Falwell's reaction to Roe v. Wade
The rise of the religious right and Trump support
White evangelical grievance and secularism
History of religion and politics in America
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Moral Majority, Reagan, and marriage equality
Christian nationalism, race, and the black church
Cal Thomas on the flaws of Christian nationalism
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Religious liberty, humility, and spiritual power
Outro and credits
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