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Christianity

One State Under Whose God?

Despite the grip of conservative Christianity on Texas politics, religion here has always contained multitudes, a new work of history shows.

by David R. Brockman

Keep Reading

‘Fake’ Christian? Or Faithful?

by David R. Brockman

Trans Children Are God’s Gifts

by Molly Carnes

ICE Agents in Churches ‘Does Not Bode Well for the Future of Religion’ in America

by Francesca D’Annunzio

paxton crop for hero purposes Aug 17, 2016

When Very Public Christians Go Astray

by David R. Brockman

Muslim-American banner at the Texas Democratic Convention. Jun 18, 2016

The Gospel According to Texas Democrats

Governor Greg Abbott said we wouldn't hear the 'word of God' at the Texas Democratic Convention. He was wrong.

by David R. Brockman

June 2016 Loon Star State Jun 08, 2016

Loon Star State: Office of the Head Christian

by Ben Sargent

Ted Cruz Jun 02, 2016

The Radical Theology That Could Make Religious Freedom a Thing of the Past

Even devout Christians should fear these influential leaders' refusal to separate church and state.

by David R. Brockman

Tom Mechler May 13, 2016

Church and State Stay Cozy at Texas GOP Convention

by David R. Brockman

A huge American flag hangs behind the stage of a Plano megachurch. Apr 13, 2016

How Texas Politicians Bungle the Bible

Long before Jeff Sessions used Romans 13 to justify stripping children from their parents, it was already the go-to verse for Texas pols seeking to defend all sorts of questionable policies.

by David R. Brockman

Stephen Broden Jan 13, 2016

Pistol-Packin’ Christians

These right-wing pastors say guns are an integral, biblically mandated part of their Christian faith.

by David R. Brockman

Dan Patrick unveils his Christmas tree in the Texas Senate. Dec 11, 2015

Plenty of Room in the Chamber for Senate Christmas Tree

The ornaments were hung by the lite guv with care.

by Patrick Michels

Signs at the Texas Freedom Network's Stand Up for Science rally Oct 07, 2015

Here’s the Fringe Theology Kids are Learning in Texas Schools

by David R. Brockman

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