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Religion and Democracy in the United States Danger or Opportunity? - Alan Wolfe, Ira Katznelson 2010 PDF New York ; Russell Sage Foundation ; Princeton, N.J. Princeton University Press BOOKS HISTORY
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Religion and Democracy in the United States Danger or Opportunity?
Author: Alan Wolfe, Ira Katznelson
Year: 2010
Pages: 457
Format: PDF
File size: 3 MB
Language: ENG



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The author argues that understanding this relationship is crucial for creating a more just and equitable society, where all individuals can thrive and contribute to the common good. The book begins by examining the historical context of religion and democracy in the United States, tracing their development from the early days of American history to the present day. It highlights the ways in which religious beliefs and practices have influenced political decisions and policies, and how democratic values such as freedom of speech and assembly have been used to promote religious tolerance and pluralism. Next, the book delves into the challenges facing modern-day America, including the rise of extremist ideologies and the increasing polarization of society. It argues that these challenges can only be overcome through a deeper understanding of the interplay between religion and democracy, and the need for greater dialogue and cooperation between different religious communities.
Автор утверждает, что понимание этих отношений имеет решающее значение для создания более справедливого и равноправного общества, где все люди могут процветать и вносить свой вклад в общее благо. Книга начинается с изучения исторического контекста религии и демократии в США, прослеживая их развитие от первых дней американской истории до наших дней. В нем освещаются способы влияния религиозных убеждений и практики на политические решения и политику, а также то, как демократические ценности, такие как свобода слова и собраний, использовались для поощрения религиозной терпимости и плюрализма. Далее книга углубляется в проблемы, стоящие перед современной Америкой, включая рост экстремистских идеологий и растущую поляризацию общества. Он утверждает, что эти проблемы могут быть преодолены только путем более глубокого понимания взаимодействия между религией и демократией и необходимости более широкого диалога и сотрудничества между различными религиозными общинами.
L'autore sostiene che la comprensione di queste relazioni è fondamentale per creare una società più equa ed equa, dove tutte le persone possano prosperare e contribuire al bene comune. Il libro inizia esplorando il contesto storico della religione e della democrazia negli Stati Uniti, tracciando i loro sviluppi dai primi giorni della storia americana a oggi. In esso vengono illustrati i modi in cui le credenze e le pratiche religiose influenzano le decisioni e le politiche politiche e come i valori democratici, come la libertà di espressione e di riunione, siano stati utilizzati per promuovere la tolleranza religiosa e il pluralismo. Il libro approfondisce poi le sfide dell'America moderna, tra cui la crescita delle ideologie estremiste e la crescente polarizzazione della società. Sostiene che questi problemi possono essere superati solo attraverso una maggiore comprensione dell'interazione tra religione e democrazia e la necessità di un maggiore dialogo e cooperazione tra le diverse comunità religiose.
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