Podcast: Rabbi David Saperstein on Authentic Religion
In this podcast Rabbi David Saperstein talks about the connections between holiness and social justice, healing the world, and authentic religion.
Read MoreOctober, 2008
Baldwin Brother’s Apocalyptic Comic
The Remnant is described as “A supernatural thriller in the vein of 24,” but the title suggests it’ll be more of a Left Behind knock-off…
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RD10Q: How the Democrats lost the Catholic vote
How religion should, and should not, influence politics…
Read MoreThe Religious Education of John McCain
McCain, once a regular religious guy who prayed, plodded, and received comfort like anyone else, has bent his faith into a pretzel to appeal to “values voters.”
Read MoreBush Has Helped the Scarecrow of American Religion
The public discourse on religion was abundantly brawny, but it lacked brains. Meet nuance.
Read MoreMcCain’s Failed Final Gambit
McCain has trouble remembering who’s endorsed him and should have had more trouble remembering why he chose Palin as his running mate.
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Joe the Plumber: Horatio Alger with Plumber’s Crack
Meet McCain’s newest hail mary, Joe the Plumber, the latest reincarnation of the ahistorical, decontextualized protagonist of America’s myth of success.
Read MoreUSA “Uniquely Blessed?” Depends on Your Definition
With Jesus as a guide the USA does not appear to be uniquely blessed. Fortunately, that’s never been much of an issue.
Read MorePersecuted and Persecutors
A new report (Christian-written) report claims that Christian persecution is on the rise due to Islamic fundamentalism and other factors. A more, um, Christian report might have acknowledged shared responsibility for violence.
Read MoreA Woman Leads Muslim Prayer in Britain For the First Time
The landmark event depicts a religion in transition, but what of the criticisms that it’s just a publicity stunt?
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