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politics2 hours ago•7 min saved

Poll flags religious backlash to Trump-Hegseth remarks as Pope Leo XIV gains favor

A Washington Post-ABC News-Ipsos poll finds Americans uneasy with Trump’s Jesus image and Hegseth’s Pentagon prayer, even among Republicans; Trump’s overall approval slips and Catholic support declines, while Pope Leo XIV is viewed more favorably, especially by Catholics and Democrats. About two-thirds familiar with Leo react positively to his call for peace, whereas the Iran-related post by Trump draws broad backlash (including from many evangelical voters). The results highlight a polarized, religion-influenced landscape in U.S. politics.

via The Washington Post|

#donald-trump #politics #pope-leo-xiv

religion2 years ago•4 min saved

Trump's Controversial Remarks on Evangelicals Expose Deep Divisions in the Church

The support of white evangelicals for former President Donald Trump has caused divisions within the church, as politics becomes intertwined with religious beliefs. Tim Alberta, a journalist and former member of a conservative church, experienced confrontation and questioning of his faith from church members due to his reporting on Trump. This reflects a larger crisis within the white evangelical church, where the influence and power of the fringe have overtaken the mainstream. While some evangelical leaders see Trump's presidency as a win for conservative America, others, like Alberta, argue that it goes against Christian principles. The intersection of faith and politics continues to be a contentious issue within the evangelical community.

via Yahoo News|

#church #faith #politics

religion2 years ago•5 min saved

"Trump's Controversial Remarks Fuel Divisions Among White Evangelicals"

The support of white evangelicals for former President Donald Trump has created divisions within the church, according to journalist Tim Alberta. In his book "The Kingdom, the Power, and the Glory," Alberta documents what he calls an "age of extremism" for evangelicals, with 68% of white evangelicals supporting Trump. This shift reflects a larger trend of the fringe overtaking the mainstream in both American politics and the church. While some pastors, like John Torres of Goodwill Church, prefer to keep politics separate from their sermons, others see Trump's presidency as a validation of their hard-won power. Alberta argues that the pursuit of power can cause Christians to lose sight of their principles and values.

via CBS News|

#church #crisis #politics