The Religious Left: What It Does and How It Can Do Better by Wuthnow, Robert
The Religious Left: What It Does and How It Can Do Better by Wuthnow, Robert

The Religious Left: What It Does and How It Can Do Better

An incisive examination of progressive faith-based activism and its impact on American public life While the Religious...
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Author: Robert Wuthnow
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Language: English
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The Religious Left: What It Does and How It Can Do Better by Wuthnow, Robert

The Religious Left: What It Does and How It Can Do Better

$51.00
The Religious Left: What It Does and How It Can Do Better by Wuthnow, Robert

The Religious Left: What It Does and How It Can Do Better

$51.00
Author: Robert Wuthnow
Format: Paperback
Language: English
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An incisive examination of progressive faith-based activism and its impact on American public life

While the Religious Right often dominates headlines, the Religious Left has been a persistent and influential force in shaping public policy across a wide spectrum of issues--from immigration and climate change to gun reform, marriage equality, and criminal justice. Despite its lower visibility, its contributions have been substantial, though not always successful.

In The Religious Left, Robert Wuthnow offers a compelling analysis of progressive religious activism over the past 25 years. Drawing on policy documents, denominational reports, and public testimony, he highlights the work of key leaders and organizations operating largely behind the scenes. The book places contemporary efforts in historical context, tracing their roots to the Social Gospel movement of the nineteenth century and examining how strategies and priorities have evolved.

Through in-depth case studies of nine major issues, Wuthnow assesses the strengths and limitations of the Religious Left's approach to advocacy. He offers thoughtful recommendations for faith leaders and congregations seeking to engage more effectively in progressive activism--especially at a time when democracy itself is embattled.

Author: Robert Wuthnow
Publisher: New York University Press
Published: 06/09/2026
Pages: 296
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 1.01lbs
Size: 8.90h x 6.00w x 0.90d
ISBN: 9781479841950


Review Citation(s):
Publishers Weekly 04/27/2026

About the Author
Robert Wuthnow is the Gerard R. Andlinger '52 Professor of Professor of Sociology Emeritus and former director of the Princeton University Center for the Study of Religion, and author/editor of more than three dozen books including After Heaven: Spirituality in America Since the 1950s and Why Religion Is Good for American Democracy. He is a past President of the Society for the Scientific Study of Religion and of the Eastern Sociological Society.
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