With today's debates over abortion, gay marriage, stem cell research and faith-based initiatives, religion and politics are arguably as intertwined as ever. Some people want to get religion out of secular space, while others want to bring it in more.
Check out a sampling of opinions on the topic and join the discussion. Thursday, April 26, 2007
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Karen Armstrong Friday, October 9, 2009 Religious scholar and author of The Case for God says quarreling about religion is counterproductive.
Reza Aslan Wednesday, May 20, 2009 Religions scholar, Islam expert and award-winning writer talks about Iran's missile launch test and explains his new book.
Yusuf Thursday, November 20, 2008 Singer-songwriter talks about finding new life, using culture to support moral values and his new single.
Cathleen Falsani Friday, November 14, 2008 Chicago Sun-Times' religion columnist explains why people must sin boldly and how grace factors into the sinners life.
Rev. Gardner Taylor Thursday, November 6, 2008 Nationally renowned preacher tells the story of survival and acceptance that began for him with a car accident on a country road in 1937 Louisiana.
David J. Wolpe Friday, October 24, 2008 Rabbi explains why faith matters and what advice he gives to people who come to him for counsel about faith and happiness.
Kerry Kennedy Thursday, October 2, 2008 Human rights activist-author says even Jesus had a problem with the church.
Gustav Niebuhr Friday, August 15, 2008 Author explains why the idea of tolerance is not enough when it comes to religion in American society.
Sarah Sentilles Friday, June 6, 2008 A Church of Her Own author describes her journey into the church and the difficulties she faced as a woman.
Chris Hedges Tuesday, April 15, 2008 Former WorldCom VP describes the personal toll of being a whistle-blower and what it's like to face your boss in a courtroom.
Anne Rice Monday, April 7, 2008 Best-selling author discusses how she addressed Jesus' loneliness in the second of her fictional bios, Christ the Lord: The Road to Cana.
Anne Lamott Friday, March 21, 2008 Grace (Eventually) author reflects on what she considers the appropriation of Jesus in American politics.
Tony Campolo Monday, March 10, 2008 Author explains what it means to be a "Red Letter Christian."
Garry Wills Thursday, February 28, 2008 Pulitizer Prize-winning historian discusses the passing of William F. Buckley, Jr.
Jim Wallis Friday, February 8, 2008 Sojourners magazine founder says this week's primary vote results suggest the U.S. is on the brink of "a great awakening."
David Kyuman Kim Thursday, December 20, 2007 Assistant professor of religious studies says that moral culture is very telling of society.
Rev. Peter Gomes Friday, December 14, 2007 Rev. Peter Gomes, of Harvard University's Memorial Church, says Christianity is a religion that's been wanted but never really tried.
Sally Quinn Wednesday, December 12, 2007 On Faith co-moderator and longtime Washington Post journalist, weighs in on the role of faith in the '08 presidential election.
Forrest Church Thursday, October 25, 2007 All Souls Church's Minister of Public Theology talks about the nature of religious politics.
Akbar Ahmed Thursday, August 16, 2007 Islam scholar says that young Americans are the best ambassadors for the U.S.
Eboo Patel Monday, July 23, 2007 Founder of the Interfaith Youth Core discusses building a movement with young people at the center.
Bob Abernethy Tuesday, May 15, 2007 Emmy-winning broadcast journalist talks about his new book.
Stephen Prothero Friday, April 6, 2007 Boston University professor discusses the need to learn more about the world's religions.
Kathleen Kennedy Townsend Friday, March 30, 2007 Former Maryland lieutenant governor thinks we should get religion back into politics.
Anne Lamott Wednesday, March 28, 2007 Grace (Eventually) author talks about sharing her experiences in her new book.
Eddie Glaude Monday, March 26, 2007 Princeton professor offers his definition of leadership.
Cathleen Falsani Tuesday, May 2, 2006 Chicago Sun-Times religion writer discusses her book, which profiles the spiritual lives of public people.
Karen Armstrong Thursday, April 13, 2006 Religious scholar explains the path towards patience and enlightenment.
Dr. Kiron Skinner Friday, January 21, 2005 Foreign policy expert discusses the future of U.S. policy under Dr. Condoleezza Rice.
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