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Christianity, at its core, is about love of neighbor. But what does that mean in our increasingly divisive country? Let’s face it, the t-shirts aren’t working.

You’ve seen them. T-shirts, coffee mugs, wall signs, and billboards are ablaze with calls to “be blessed” and “be kind”.  Slick commercials tell us, “He gets us”, but when Jesus’ empathy is replaced with fear and disdain, the real question is, Do we get him? 

How do we get beyond the slogans and ignite real empathy for others—the kind Jesus exemplified—to ensure everyone is treated equally, even those we don’t agree with?

THE FAITHFUL VOTER PROJECT is going to do its best to cut through manipulative bluster to get to some good gospel guidance. We’ve tapped into a wide range of sources and expertise to gather thoughtful and accessible modern Christian theology on 12 key issues that are pulling people apart. For those who think the church “shouldn’t get political”,  Jesus was political and all about putting empathy into action. And at THE FAITHFUL VOTER PROJECT, we believe empathy is contagious.

We also believe most Christians want to make informed choices, choices that help and protect all families, all faiths, and all futures, not just one’s own. We think THE FAITHFUL VOTER PROJECT is a helpful place to start.

We begin with some sage advice. Walter Brueggemann is one of the world’s most influential Bible scholars. He says the Bible contains many lessons and we are meant to take away the best of its wisdom. But it also contains all sorts of voices contrary to the Gospel message of love, mercy, and justice. A purely literal interpretation, warns Brueggemann, “is a dangerous threat to the faith of the church.”

THE FAITHFUL VOTER PROJECT explores 12 issues through a modern Christian values lens: climate change, immigration, reproductive health, Christian nationalism, economy, patriarchy, race, guns, LGBTQ+, foreign aid, empathy, patriarchy, and leadership. Be sure to check out our special resources to help you explore your thoughts, know your rights, and move from faith to action on your terms.

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