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Religion & Politics

Two of the world’s most controversial topics, religion and politics, can cause sparks when they converge. Either alone can stimulate heated debate, but together, the effect is incendiary. A core tenet of Western liberal democracies is the separation of church and state, but not all the world agrees. In certain countries, religion and politics are viewed as inseparable.

Predictably, questions abound:

  • What happens when a state has one religion enshrined into its constitution?
  • What of the rights of a religious citizen in a secular state, or a secular citizen in a religious state?
  • Should national policies be based on the lobbying efforts of religious groups?
  • Should religiously-affiliated groups have influence in the UN?

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Latest articles in Religion & Politics

 Street Preachers Join Methodist Stand Against Homosexuality

The United Methodist Church found itself in odd company during 2012 General Conference, with its language against gay people echoed in screaming diatribes.

May 9, 2012 – Betty Jean Steinshouer

The Little Church That Could: Lakewood United Methodist

As General Conference 2012 heats up in Tampa, one Florida congregation - Lakewood UMC, across the bay in St. Petersburg - again stands for inclusion.

Apr 25, 2012 – Betty Jean Steinshouer

Is Forcing Women to Wear Burqas "Wrong"?

Forcing women to wear burqas is said to be controversial, but a solution can be found if humans apply scientific reasoning and compassion to the issue.

Mar 28, 2012 – Andrew Perry

The Evangelicalism of Santorum and Romney

For born again American evangelicals the GOP choices include a no-compromise Catholic and a devout Mormon, both battling the odds against history.

Mar 20, 2012 – Michael Streich

Santorum's Dwindling Campaign a Spotlight On Catholic Unity

Despite Rick Santorum's Catholicism, his lack of Catholic support brings uneasy feelings throughout the Church, as well as all religious affiliations.

Mar 19, 2012 – Carl Nowakowski

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