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What 17th Century Witch Burnings Teach Us About Evangelical Extremism
The descendants of those brought up amid the height of the witch-burning craze who became among the first to colonize settlements like Salem, Massachusetts, continuing the misogynistic and prejudiced witch trials in the United States.
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Swindling Faith: The Big Business of Prosperity Gospel
Prosperity gospel’s “believe it and receive it” message appeals to both the haves who want to increase their bounties and the have-nots who hope to transform their lives.
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Here, Now, Everywhere: Deborah E. Lipstadt’s new book charts the resurgence of antisemitism
Lipstadt’s uncompromising perspective is guaranteed to leave readers uneasy, no matter where they lie on the political spectrum.
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#ChurchToo: The Toxicity of Christian Complementarianism
The church’s views on sex entrench the power dynamics that contribute to the abuse of women (and the abuse of people of color and queer folks.)
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I Kissed Consent Goodbye: Purity Culture and Sexual Violence on Evangelical Christian Campuses
Purity is tarnished by sexual contact, regardless of circumstances, and the only recourse is to pray for a “second virginity.”
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The Woke Generation : “Muslim Girl” Author Explains How Millennials Are Shaking the Country up—in a Good Way
Amani Al-Khatahtbeh is a mover and shaker.
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In Good Faith: Christ Was There for Me during My Abortion
When I tell my abortion story, I never forget to mention faith.
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Nijla Mu’min Brings a Radical Portrait of Black Muslim Women to the Big Screen
Nijla Mu’min is very aware of her film’s unique place in the white patriarchal world of Hollywood.
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Not a Follower, Not Yet a Leader: Women Cult Leaders Hold an Insidious, Misunderstood Power
The role of powerful women in cults has generally gone unnoticed by the new wave of creep-seeking entertainment.
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Sunday Kind of Love: Sex and Spirituality in the Black Church
Black female sexual propriety is not just conscribed by popular culture but also by an institution with a lot more gravitas and authority—the Black church.
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