RLST 153 CM -Religion & American Politics

Institution: Claremont McKenna

Description: This seminar will explore major debates and controversies in American religions and politics from the colonial period to the present. Special attention will be paid to debates about the impact of religion on the Constitution, the Bill of Rights, the Declaration of Independence, African-American and Latino Civil Rights movements, the Christian Right, Church-State debates, Supreme Court decisions, presidential elections, religion and political party affiliation and voting patterns, women, religion, and politics, and Black, Latino, Jewish and Muslim faith-based politics and activism.

Prerequisite(s): Please check course schedule for requirements.

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