God Wills It

Presidents and the Political Use of Religion

Autor*innen

• David O'Connell

Reihen

• Amerikanische Präsidenten

Parameter

• 352 Seiten
• 13 Lesestunden

• Politikwissenschaft

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Focusing on presidential religious rhetoric, this study by David O'Connell examines how invoking faith in speeches often undermines a president's agenda. Through case studies and extensive analysis of speech transcripts, the author reveals that leaders resort to religious language out of necessity rather than desire. The book raises critical questions about the effectiveness of such rhetoric and whether divine intervention aligns with political intentions, ultimately questioning the impact of faith on leadership.

• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 2016
• Einband: Paperback