Religious Organizations and Political Activism

Abstract

Americans may be ambivalent about the participation of religious organizations in public life; yet these organizations play an important role in speaking out, organizing, and lobbying on behalf of contentious public issues, from education to abortion. Groups that disagree theologically often find themselves in agreement on specific issues, and can work together toward a common goal. This issue includes an interview with Desmond Ryan, executive director of the Indiana Catholic Conference; and resources.