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Arthur Gay, NAE leader who introduced Reagan’s ‘evil empire’ speech, dead at 86

By Adelle M. Banks — July 28, 2023
(RNS) — Gay led the National Association of Evangelicals during a time when Reagan was seeking the continuing support of U.S. evangelicals.

1,000-plus faith leaders call for ‘free and fair election’

By Elana Schor — October 27, 2020
WASHINGTON (AP) — More than 1,000 clergy members, religious scholars and other faith-based advocates have signed onto a unique statement that supports a comprehensive path to “a free and fair election” and urges leaders to heed the verdict of “legitimate election results” regardless of who wins in November.

One year before election, Christian leaders cross divides to call for respect

By Emily McFarlan Miller — October 31, 2019
(RNS) — Christian leaders across theological and political divides are kicking off an initiative called 'Golden Rule 2020: A Call for Dignity and Respect in Politics,' hoping the next 365 days won’t be a repeat of 2016’s divisive election season.

Science group, evangelicals push new collaboration

By Cathy Lynn Grossman — February 17, 2014
(RNS) Science and religion already co-exist -- but it's a cold peace, say experts. A new dialogue campaign, based on new research, is underway to establish routes for collaboration.

’12 Years a Slave’ prompts calls for racial reconciliation

By Adelle M. Banks — October 15, 2013
WASHINGTON (RNS) “12 Years a Slave” may depict a bygone era in American history but religious leaders say it should spark increased attention about today's race relations.

Churches tread lightly on politics in 2012 election

By G. Jeffrey MacDonald — May 21, 2012

(RNS) With Election 2012 less than six months away, congregations are getting the message that Americans want religion out of politics. So they're revamping how congregations mobilize voters, largely avoiding the political fray, and hot-button social issues are relegated to simmer in low-profile church study groups. By G. Jeffrey MacDonald.

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