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For God and Country: Transcendence and Public Life
Publication Date: April 2009
Publisher(s): National Jewish Center for Learning and Leadership (U.S.)
Author(s): Michael Gottsegen
Special Collection: Berman Jewish Policy Archive
Topic: Culture and religion (Religion and religious groups)
Politics (Political ideologies and movements)
Keywords: Congregations; Values; Social Problems; Advocacy
Type: Brief
Coverage: United States
Abstract:
The author explores the ideal of citizenship and issues of the common good. He questions whether religion can contribute to a rejuvenation of American political and civic life, and calls on religious leaders to raise the bar of expectations.