Häftad, Engelska, 2027

Religion and Politics in America

Faith, Culture, and Strategic Choices

Av Laura R. Olson, Ben Gaskins, Kevin R. den Dulk

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The 7th edition of Religion and Politics in America includes thorough coverage of religion’s relevance to current American politics, in particular: Donald Trump’s presence on the American political stage, the experience of the pandemic, the advancement of socially conservative public policy through legislation and the federal courts, and the overwhelming influence of social media. The book traces the historical development of religious ideas from the Social Gospel to Christian Nationalism, connecting these belief systems with current political dynamics and polarization. Emphasis is placed on how religious freedom, pluralism, and diversity help drive the vibrancy of American religion while also increasing political conflict between religious groups and belief systems.As the percentage of Americans disconnecting from traditional religion has risen dramatically over the past few decades, so have religious innovation and new expressions of religious faith. Many people of faith today are drawn to the idea that the United States should return to Christian roots, whether real or imagined, as religion recedes from the public square. Others are attracted to beliefs such as the Prosperity Gospel, which connects material wealth to faith and finds a manifestation of that promise in Donald Trump. Amid demographic changes, battles over immigration and globalization, and increased distrust in secular experts, religion plays a key role in explaining Americans’ political identities, beliefs, and values. It helps Americans determine who they are, what their country is and should be, and how to organize to protect their interests.In light of this backdrop, this book examines how the competing trends of secularization and religious nationalism undergird battles over policy, partisanship, and identity. The book covers the various ways in which religion is shaping, and being shaped by, the arrival of new immigrants; and how religion intersects with the traditional politics of race and ethnicity. On a similar note, the book considers the complex relationships between organized religion and the increasingly visible LGBTQ+ community, particularly in debates about the treatment and rights of transgender people. This new edition of the book also includes enhanced coverage of how scholars approach the study of religion and politics. It adds to the previous treatment of theoretical approaches to the field by considering classical sociological theory and rational choice. A new chapter about how scholars conceive of and measure “religion” has been added, and among other changes, the book expands coverage of the influence of religion on public opinion, especially in a new, dedicated chapter on the matter.Religion and Politics in America will appeal to students and scholars of American politics, sociology, and religious history. This book will also be of use to journalists, policymakers, and clergy seeking to understand why and how religion remains politically significant in the United States.

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Utgivningsdatum: 2027-04-09
Mått: 152 x 229 x undefined mm
Format: Häftad
Språk: Engelska
Antal sidor: 440
Upplaga: 7
Förlag: Taylor & Francis Ltd
ISBN: 9781032968490

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Laura R. Olson is Thurmond Professor of Political Science at Clemson University. She is a two-time U.S. Fulbright Scholar to Italy and has served as president of the Society for the Scientific Study of Religion and editor-in-chief of the Journal for the Scientific Study of Religion. Her research focuses on contemporary religion and politics with emphases on public opinion and civic engagement. Her work has appeared in scholarly journals including Political Research Quarterly and Social Science Quarterly. She has also published nine books.Ben Gaskins is Associate Professor of Political Science at Lewis & Clark College in Portland, Oregon, where he teaches courses in U.S. and comparative politics, including classes on religion and politics, public opinion, political parties and elections, and the presidency. His research examines how different aspects of religion affect democratic citizenship, economic attitudes, and voting behavior. His work has been published in the American Journal of Political Science, the Journal of Politics, Politics and Religion, the International Journal of Press/Politics, and American Politics Research.Kevin R. den Dulk is Professor of Political Science and Associate Provost at Calvin University. He began his career in the Department of Political Science at Grand Valley State University, where he later added a joint appointment as Honors Faculty-in-Residence. He returned to his alma mater, Calvin University, as the Spoelhof Teacher-Scholar-in-Residence, after which he served as the Executive Director of the Henry Institute for the Study of Christianity and Politics and held the Paul B. Henry Chair in Political Science. His work has been published in journals including the International Political Science Review, Polity, and Politics and Religion. He is also the author of five books.

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"Few subjects are more important to understanding American politics than religion, and this volume is an outstanding place to begin. Olson, Gaskins, and den Dulk have masterfully integrated theory, history, and the latest empirical research into an invaluable and accessible resource for students and scholars alike. Readers will appreciate the text's attention to religion not just as an individual phenomenon but also as a collective force that has influenced—and continues to influence—major developments in American politics. Now in its seventh edition, Religion and Politics in America remains an indispensable guide to understanding the vital role of religion in American politics."Dr. Daniel Bennett, Professor of Political Science, John Brown University, Director, Center for Faith and Flourishing,Author, Uneasy Citizenship"The subject of religion and politics can be a minefield. However, Olson, Gaskins, and den Dulk have risen to the challenge with a book that is even-handed and insightful, while also being downright fascinating. Name a topic in the study of religion—Christian nationalism, secularization, Supreme Court cases—and you will find it covered here. While it is perfect for the classroom, I strongly recommend it for anyone interested in understanding the complicated relationship between religion and politics in America."Dr David Campbell, University of Notre Dame"Religion and Politics in America offers much-needed insight into the intertwined relationship between religion and politics. This is a must-read for anyone seeking to understand the contemporary interplay of religion in politics and politics in religion—and how each continues to shape the other. Grounded in social science, the text offers an evidence-based account of these central forces shaping American life."Dr Eric McDaniel"Religion and Politics in America is the ideal introduction to the field, balancing theory and contemporary examples with just enough data to help students understand not just what's happening, but what it means."Dr. Ryan Burge, Professor of Practice, John C. Danforth Center on Religion and Politics, Washington University, St. Louis "At a time when religion's role in American politics has never been more contested, Olson,Gaskins, and den Dulk offer incisive analysis that situates the present moment in essentialhistorical context. Religion and Politics in America remains an indispensable resource forfaculty teaching the subject — and for anyone trying to make sense of where we are in thiscurrent political environment."Dr. Melissa Deckman

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