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October 30, 2008
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Americans remain divided about how much religion they want in their political life. As we elect a new president, we return to an evocative, relevant conversation from earlier this year with journalist Steven Waldman. From his unusual study of the American founders, he understands why 21st-century struggles over religion in the public square spur passionate disagreement and entanglement with politics at its most impure.
Program Details
» Particulars ¦ an annotated guide to the radio program with readings, images, and links
» Resources
» Books + Music
» Krista's Journal
» Transcript
» Credits

Hear the Music
» SOF Playlist ¦ hear full-length tracks of each song played in the program

About the Image
Gunnar preaches on Library Mall in Madison, Wisconsin. The public square serves as a confluence where students and faculty from the state university, employees and legislators from the state capitol, and the general public interact.
(photo: Chris Norris)
  Unheard Cuts
» Unedited Interview with Waldman
(mp3, 1:26.27)

Many times Krista's conversations with her guests run longer than time alotted for a radio format. Edits are made, and great audio hits the cutting room floor. Listen to the entire interview we resurfaced for your ears.

SOF Observed
» Effective Campaigning or Fearmongering?
A column Waldman wrote for the Wall Street Journal asks whether a campaign video may have crossed the line.

» Interview Day. Do You Know the Way?
See some snapshots from Krista's interview with Steve Waldman.

» Founding Myths
The Jewish periodical Reform Judaism takes our program and runs with it.
  Voices of Our Audience
» Reflections ¦ tell us and other audience members what this program meant to you

Voice on the Radio
Steven Waldman Steven Waldman
Waldman is founder and editor-in-chief of Beliefnet and the author Founding Faith.