For many white evangelical Protestants, Trump is viewed as the representative Christian figure. Conversely, Christians for Kamala assert her campaign aligns with Jesus' teachings, demonstrating a divided Christian narrative.
Despite fervent debates over the Christian character of politicians, a substantial portion of Americans believe that religion should exist separately from government, underscoring the principle of religious freedom.
The Second Great Awakening saw formations of movements to align American political and legal frameworks with evangelical beliefs. This laid the groundwork for the perception of America as a 'Christian nation'.
Ezra Stiles Ely's call for a 'Christian political party' in 1827 reflects early conceptualizations of what we now recognize as Christian nationalism, aiming to influence governance through religious allegiance.
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