https://www.podbean.com/eau/pb-gv2p3-16a0716
This episode takes a hard look at J.D. Vance's surprising political evolution—from a vocal Trump critic to an ardent supporter—and the broader implications for our political landscape. We don’t hold back in critiquing the mainline Protestant and evangelical churches for their failure to adequately support the working class, arguing that this neglect has contributed to the rise of divisive figures like Trump. Our discussion underscores the urgent need for compassionate, effective solutions to the economic dislocation caused by the loss of manufacturing jobs. The conversation reveals how mainline churches often overlook economically distressed communities, focusing instead on middle-class congregants with higher education.
Required Reading:
Why I Still Like J.D. Vance (2016 Version) by Dennis Sanders
Learning to Love “Bubba” by Dennis Sanders
Why the Left Gets J.D. Vance Wrong by Zaid Jilani
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In Defense of J.D. Vance’s “Hillbilly Elegy” by Michael Mohr