Issue 99

Presidents have often served as chief pastors of the nation’s shared beliefs.

Every elected president has referred to God, providence, or a “higher power,” in an inaugural address.

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In his controversial “Evil Empire” speech, Ronald Reagan sought to re-moralize America’s conflict with the Soviet Union.

Harry Truman’s support for the creation of the State of Israel was rooted in his interpretation of Scripture.

Theodore Roosevelt and Woodrow Wilson were champions of both the Bible and progressive reform.

William McKinley saw America’s unexpected opportunity in the Philippines as a sign from God—and set the U.S. on a new course of global influence.

Abraham Lincoln’s Second Inaugural Address pointed a grieving nation to the mystery of divine providence.

The rancorous presidential election of 1800 brought religion to the forefront of public debate and had lasting repercussions for the relationship between church and state.

In his 1796 Farewell Address, George Washington argued that religion and morality were essential pillars of the new republic.