Category Archives: theology

Climate Change Denial on the Right Reinforced by “Worldview” Assumptions

Posted on March 7, 2015 by politicaloptic

Even as we hear reports of 2014’s being the hottest year on the record books, the climate change deniers show no signs of disappearing. In defiance of accumulating evidence and even the changing sentiments of their Republican constituents, GOP lawmakers continue to show little … Continue reading →

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For David Brooks, It’s All about Original Sin

Posted on March 23, 2012 by politicaloptic

Sigh. David Brooks is back at it again on original sin. It seems that whenever a heinous act is featured on the news, Brooks directs our attention to the dark underbelly of our own natures. Back in November, it was the … Continue reading →

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Why is Santorum Doing Better with Evangelicals than Catholics?

Posted on March 19, 2012 by politicaloptic

Rick Santorum has been cleaning up in the Bible Belt. Although a practicing Catholic, he has recently won primaries in Tennessee, Oklahoma, Mississippi, and Alabama, not exactly Papist strongholds. He has also done well in the rural areas of rustbelt states, where evangelicals predominate. … Continue reading →

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Rick Santorum’s Theology

Posted on March 7, 2012 by politicaloptic

Whatever Rick Santorum’s fate may be in the presidential sweepstakes, it’s obvious that he has risen to prominence by promoting a theology that resonates with the far right. Guided by its assumptions, Santorum has offered a religious critique of mainstream secular culture. … Continue reading →

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