Albert Mohler, a prominent evangelical and president of the Southern Baptist Theological Seminary, expressed complex feelings regarding Donald Trump. Initially labeling Trump as an 'embarrassment' to evangelicalism in 2016, Mohler later supported him in 2020, citing a pragmatic need to differentiate between Democratic and Republican social policies. In a recent conversation about empathy, Mohler reflected on his earlier criticisms while acknowledging the dilemmas of faith and politics, showcasing the tension in evangelical support for Trump and the moral complexities involved.
I supported President Trump's election in 2020. Many of the particulars of the story of Donald Trump are embarrassing to evangelicals. But, at the same time, I unapologetic.
Our conversation revealed how Mohler has navigated the complex intersection of faith and politics, particularly regarding the moral implications of supporting Trump despite earlier criticisms.
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