1st Edition

Politics and Religion In The United States

    This text examines the interaction between politics and religion in the United States from the days of the early colonial period through the 1990s. It sets the contemporary discussion of politics and religion in the larger context of the entire scope of US history, and traces significant themes over time showing students how the events of the 1990s have their roots in a long process of development.

    Preface, The Politics and Religion Website PART 1 Religion and History 1 The Colonial Experience 2 Religion and Politics: Intentions of the Founders 3 Religion and Politics in United States History 1800-1959 4 Religion and Politics since 1960 PART II Religion and the First Amendment 5 The Establishment Clause 6 The Free Exercise Clause Part III Religion and Public Opinion 7 Public Opinion About Religion and Politics 8 Religious Orientations and Political Orientations Among White Americans 9 Religion and Politics Among Black Americans Part IV Effect of Religious Influences in Politics 10 Religious Groups as Political Interest Groups 11 The Debate on the Role of Religion in Public Life

    Biography

    Michael Corbett Ball State University; Julia Mitchell Corbett Ball State University