Thursday, November 1, 4pm, 311 Denney Hall, 164 Annie and John Glenn Ave. [formerly 164 W. 17th Ave.]

Since the 1980 U.S. presidential races, the term “religious right” has come to signify a politically and socially conservative form of Christianity. This term implies a joining of socially conservative evangelical Christianity with conservative politics that continues to shape the Republican Party to this day. But this relationship is hardly new in American history; certain forms of Christianity have long shared space with the political and nationalist right in the United States. Less well known, however, are the various other religions that have influenced white racist activities in America. The recent popularity of these ideologies has caused a shift away from, and resulting hostility toward, Christianity among white nationalists. In Blood and Faith, Berry explores the causes of this shift, as well as the challenges it has created for contemporary white nationalists who seek access to the conservative American political mainstream. Building on Michael Barkun’s landmark study, Religion and the Racist Right: The Origins of the Christian Identity Movement, Berry takes a fresh look at the complex and evolving relationship between American white nationalists and religion.

Presented by The [OSU] Religious Studies Roundtable Graduate Student Organization.

Admission to this event is free and open to the public. For any questions, please contact 614-688-8010.