Black Pentecostal and charismatic Christians are boosting their visibility in politics a shift from the past

The 'Win With the Black Church' webinar organized by The Black Church PAC on Aug. 5, 2024, mobilized 16,000 attendees and raised US$500,000 to support Vice President Kamala Harris's campaign.

Pentecostal leaders, including Mike McBride and Erica Campbell, exemplify a significant shift in Black leaders' involvement in American politics, embracing their faith while advocating for change.

Pentecostalism distinguishes itself from other Christian denominations through the emphasis on direct experiences of the Holy Spirit, including practices such as speaking in tongues and prophesying.

This growing visibility of Black Pentecostals within politics not only signifies a strengthening faith-based approach to advocacy but also reflects historical changes in the role of faith in political activism.

Read at The Conversation