Is the U.S. a Christian Nation?

Is the U.S. a Christian Nation?

In a 2007 interview with beliefnet.com, John McCain stated that “the Constitution established the United States of America as a Christian nation.” While some were encouraged by McCain's words, others took great offense, reigniting a passionate debate about the intentions of America’s founders. Was the U.S. built on Christian principles, or are we a purely secular nation?

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What Do You Mean By That?
- From William Martin PhD
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By William Martin, Ph.D. - Baker Institute, Rice University

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  • Pinky
    A "Christian" Nation?

    Where can we learn what the Founders meant when they used the word, Christian?
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    Where do we go to learn the precise meaning of that word today?

    - PinkyUS October 4, 2008 10:53AM

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