Quote by Tony Campolo

Flipping the dial through available radio stations there will blare out to any listener an array of broadcasts, 24/7, propagating Religious Right politics, along with what they deem to be 'old-time gospel preaching.' This is especially true of what comes over the airwaves in Bible Belt southern states.

Flipping the dial through available radio stations there wil

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This quote highlights the prevalence of religious and political programming in the radio industry, particularly in the southern states of the Bible Belt. It suggests that the airwaves are saturated with content that aligns with the ideologies of the Religious Right, alongside traditional gospel preaching. The phrase "flipping the dial" implies the abundance and easy access to these broadcasts, implying that they have a substantial presence and a significant influence on public discourse in the region.

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