As the 20th Century draws to a close, cultural conflict plays an increasingly dominant role in American politics, with religion acting as a catalyst in the ofte

This volume reframes the narrative that has too often dominated the field of historical study of religion and politics: the culture wars. Influenced by culture

In the wake of a bitter presidential campaign and in the face of numerous divisive policy questions, many Americans wonder if their country has split in two. Is

What is the status of the American family? How is it changing? Are these changes making anything better? What is the future of the family? Does religion offer a

"Irene Taviss Thomson gives us a nuanced portrait of American social politics that helps explain both why we are drawn to the idea of a 'culture war' and why th