Quote by Jon Meacham

While we remain a nation decisively shaped by religious faith, our politics and our culture are, in the main, less influenced by movements and arguments of an explicitly Christian character than they were even five years ago. I think this is a good thing - good for our political culture.

While we remain a nation decisively shaped by religious fait

Summary

This quote suggests that while religion continues to play a significant role in shaping American society, its influence on politics and culture seems to be diminishing. The speaker believes that this shift away from explicitly Christian movements and arguments within political and cultural discourse is a positive development. It implies that a more diverse range of perspectives and values are now being considered, enhancing the overall political and cultural climate.

By Jon Meacham

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