The medium and the message -- End times in America -- The birth of a Christian nation -- Radio, televangelism, and the rise of the Christian right -- An unholy union -- W. -- How the Democrats found God -- Too many preachers -- The changing politics of American evangelicals -- Jesus saves (the environment) -- The end is near
Summary
Throughout American history, religious movements have repeatedly proved themselves to be powerful forces capable of masterfully manipulating the social and political landscape of the nation. Key to the influence religious organizations have historically held in the United States is their use of communication technologies. In this vivid account, Christopher Boerl and Katie Donbavand adroitly weave a rich narrative illuminating the effects various historical phenomena have had and the reactionary religious response which followed. Through shifting social norms and political realities, the author
