Are Evangelicals Actually Conservative? - Examining Modern Evangelicalism

Explore the complexities of modern evangelicalism in this thought-provoking 20-minute talk from The Aspen Institute. Delve into the intellectual and ideological diversity within the evangelical movement, challenging common misconceptions. Examine how the media's portrayal and exit polls may not accurately represent the movement's views. Discover the evolving relationship between evangelicalism and politics, including young evangelicals' frustrations with the church's political focus. Learn about potential future trends, such as a shift away from party alignment and increased emphasis on human values, race, citizenship, and social justice. Gain insights from theology professor Karen Swallow Prior and political commentator David French as they discuss topics like culture wars, complementarianism, social media's impact, and the awakening within the church.