Pulpit & Politics

What is the history of political activism of the African American church? What are the do’s and don’ts of churches and clergy being involved in the political process? Why is it important that African American churches and clergy continue political activism in the future? In Pulpit & Politics, best-selling author Marvin A. McMickle provides the answers to these questions and sends a clarion call to present and future generations of African American clergy to reassert themselves in the political process that shapes the social and economic environment of their communities.

In this accessible volume, McMickle examines:

• Religious liberty and the principle of the separation of church and state in the U.S.
• African American political activism past, present, and future
• Political activism allowed under the law—and political activity that should be avoided
• Challenges for the issue of the separation of church and state as a result of Barack Obama’s candidacy and reelection campaign

Each chapter includes questions for reflection and action steps that can be taken in light of both the readings and the discussion.