A quick read for the concerned layperson, this is a compelling work on contemporary political history, written in an engaging, first-person fashion. Rev. McMickle discusses recent political events (the 11th District Congressional Race, 1998, in which he was a participant), in the context of the rich history of the church-state issue, dating back to the Abolitionist Era and throughout the early 20th century. The work culminates in a ringing, affirmative answer to the question: "should concerned clergy be actively involved in politics?"
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A personal, insightful, reflective treatise on religion and thesocial and constitutional aspects of separation of church and state. This book is a must for both politicians and lay persons seeking a seriously researched discussion of this issue. Congressman Louis Stokes - D., 11th District of Ohio
A responsible Christian and citizen who answered a call to the pulpit and and a call to politics, Rev. Marvin McMickle argues the roll of clergy in politics. Opening with eloquent and candid personal testimony as an elective office seeker, he cites historical, constitutional, and biblical sources to document this thoroughly researched and superbly crafted narrative. He addresses the issues of separation of church and state, the historic role of the preacher in the black community and, the pulpit and politics in the white community. He fought the good fight, he finished the race, and kept his faith. He summons others to serve as "watchmen for American society. Gladys Haddad - Professor of American Studies, Case Western Reserve University, Cleveland, Ohio -- Publisher Comments
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Rev. Marvin A. McMickle, Ph.D., is Pastor of Antioch Baptist Church in Cleveland, Ohio. A professor at Ashland Theological Seminary, he also serves as President of the Shaker Heights Board of Education.
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