E.J. Dionne to Speak on Politics and Religion at Humphrey Institute
From the Center for the Study of Politics and Governance press release:
Souled Out: Reclaiming Faith and Politics after the Religious Right
E.J. Dionne, Jr., columnist, Washington Post, and senior fellow, Brookings Institution
Tuesday, April 22, 2008
Noon – 1:15pm
Humphrey Forum
Hubert H. Humphrey Center
301 19th Ave S.
Minneapolis, MN 55455
In his new book, E.J. Dionne, Jr. explores the changing dynamic between politics and religion. Mr. Dionne argues that the political power of the Religious Right is fading as Americans reclaim their faith from partisan and ideological purposes and find common ground with Americans across the political spectrum on issues such as social justice, peace, and the environment. E.J. Dionne, Jr. will discuss his new book with Professor Larry Jacobs.
This presentation is free and open to the public; registration is not required. Books will be available for purchase.
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