The Evolution of American Evangelicalism [Speaking of Faith® from American Public Media]

April 12, 2007
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Last month, conservative Christian leaders demanded that Richard Cizik be silenced or removed from his post. They charged that his concerns about climate change and torture have shifted attention away from moral issues such as gay marriage and abortion. But for Cizik, poverty, war, and the environment are moral issues too. We revisit Krista's 2006 conversation with Cizik that took many listeners by surprise.

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» Krista's Journal
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» Credits

SOF Exclusive
» A Response to the Criticism
Cizik addresses recent criticisms of his priorities.

Unheard Cuts
» Spiritual Ancestors of Evangelicals (mp3, 2:44)
Cizik counts early American ministers who fought for independence and abolition as his spiritual ancestors.

» Days of Social Engagement (mp3, 5:57)
Cizik recounts the days when the NAE's agenda included social engagement and not just personal issues.

Image Information
Attendees of a Billy Graham Crusade cool off during a crusade in New York City. (Photo: Mario Tama/Getty Images)

Voice on the Radio

Richard Cizik
Cizik is vice president for governmental affairs of the National Association of Evangelicals and editor of Washington Insight.