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Black churches mix gospel and politics in renewed push
The Rev. Ronnie Brailsford and Bishop John Hurst Adams say black churches are renewing political roles amid affirmative action debates and fears of fiscal conservatism. Scholars note a historic rise in black political leadership, while leaders insist the church will drive moral engagement and voter participation.
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Columbia
Ronnie Brailsford
Bethel Ame
John Hurst Adams
African Methodist Episcopal Church
South Carolina
David Bositis
Joint
Center For Political and Economic Studies
Washington
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