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Elections - Campaign 2008

The 2008 election led to President Barack Obama's appointment and a Democratic-led Senate and Congress. U.S. Senator John McCain surprised many by picking former Alaska Governor Sarah Palin as his vice presidential nominee. Pastors came under the spotlight as Obama parted ways with pastor Jeremiah Wright over sermons that drew scrutiny and McCain disassociated himself with pastors John Hagee and Rod Parsley. 

How to Pick a President

Why virtue trumps policy.

Colson: Voting Like It Matters

It's not only our civic duty — it's a sacred one.

Editorial: Faith Is Not a Freak Show

Let's make sure we learn the right lessons from the primary season.

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Voting Like It Matters  Subscriber access only

It's not only our civic duty — it's a sacred one.

Life, Death, and Chicken Cages  Subscriber access only

Election night's biggest direct democracy battles.

Faith Is Not a Freak Show  Subscriber access only

Let's make sure we learn the right lessons from the primary season.

How to Pick a President  Subscriber access only

Why virtue trumps policy.

From Blessing to Burden

Candidates are scrutinized ever more closely for their spiritual associations.

Election 08's 'False Clerics and Schismatic Spirits'

The ubiquity of religion in this campaign season is distinctly un-Lutheran.

Super Tuesday Results Show Split Between Evangelicals and Their Spokesmen

Dobson's anti-McCain e-mail doesn't seem to have made a difference.

What We Really Want  Subscriber access only

Despite the rumors, evangelicals will not be on the sidelines this election.

Romney's Speech Strengthens Theologian's Endorsement

Wayne Grudem believes evangelicals should promote religious liberty by being willing to vote for candidates who have different beliefs.

Romney Dodges Doctrine

But questions about candidate's Mormon beliefs may continue.

What Evangelicals Heard in Romney's 'Faith in America' Speech

What the candidate said will largely be welcomed. But questions remain about what wasn't.

Q&A: Sam Brownback

The Republican senator said he could offer a promising package to evangelical voters.

Faith-Talk Surprise  Subscriber access only

Presidential candidates deviate from the usual religious scripts.

Promises, Promises

How to really build a 'great society.'

The God Debates of '08

Plus: More tragedy for Iraq Christians, another blow to Iowa's faith-based prison program, America's new pilgrimage points, and other stories from online sources around the world.

The Giuliani Choice  Subscriber access only

Conservative leaders doubt his support among evangelicals will last.

Mitt's Mormonism and the 'Evangelical Vote'

Can conservative Protestants vote for a member of what they consider a cult?

Q&A: Hugh Hewitt  Subscriber access only

Conservative blogger, political analyst, and radio talk show host Hugh Hewitt on Romney's bid for the White House.

Sam Brownback's Humble Ambition  Subscriber access only

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News Feed
At Obama's old church, pastor declares 2008 controversy closed
Leaders of Trinity United say they overcame unfair treatment during last election (Chicago Tribune)
Sarah Palin's letter from God
In her email Palin imagines a letter from God to the family about to launch on its challenging child-rearing experience together. (Los Angeles Times)
Are Democrats pulling back on faith outreach?
If 2008 was the year Democrats finally got religion, will 2010 be the year the party loses it again? (The Washington Post)

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