The Slingshot: Evangelicals and Trump, Mexico’s dead priests, Houston’s gunman

September 27, 2016
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Need to know: Tuesday, September 27, 2016

4 evangelicals, 4 different ways to consider Trump

Evangelicals are divided on Trump. Trevin Wax sorts them.

Another priest slain in Mexico as Pope Francis appeals for end to violence

“I want to assure the dear Mexican people of my prayers, so that the violence, which has even struck several priests, might cease,” Francis said.

Houston gunman was wearing Nazi emblem

The disgruntled lawyer Monday opened fire on Houston motorists, wounding nine – one critically.

Jury selection begins in US case against Charleston church shooter

The death penalty is on the table for Dylann Roof, accused of killing nine at Bible study last year.

Met show celebrates Jerusalem as house of mirrors

What museum has the resources and judgment to present a full and balanced picture of the holy city? The Met does, writes David Van Biema. 

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