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How close does the following statement come to your own views about religion in America today? The Supreme Court has been trying so hard to remove religious expression from public institutions that it has become hostile toward religion.
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The Distinctive Voices of Journalists, Christian Leaders and
Elected Officials
In this chapter, we turn to the views of people who presumably have already thought about religion's role in the public square: journalists, Christian leaders and elected officials. Each group brings its own voice and set of concerns. Journalists are especially sensitive to separation of church and state issues—and surprisingly self-critical about media coverage of religion. Christian leaders, more than the other groups, look to religion as a solution for society's problems and have a positive view of the role religious leaders play in public life. Elected officials, similar to the public, are largely concerned about balancing personal religious beliefs with tolerance for others.


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