Stacey Abrams: “The modern religious right, birthed as a political movement…”

“But believe me when I tell you, none of this aligns with Jesus's teachings. But unfortunately, the role of right wing religious leaders influencing our nation and our politics is nothing new. The modern religious right, birthed as a political movement to protect school segregation and deny Jimmy Carter the presidency, has always pursued regressive policies and tactics that are anathema to the central beliefs of Christianity. Since the beginning of this movement, right wingers in power have wielded faith as a tool of oppression rather than liberation. But just because it's loud doesn't mean it's right.” (05:56–06:12)

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