Religious coalitions in the New Christian Right

Author(s): Rozell, M. J., Gunn, R.

Journal/Book: Soc Sci Quart. 1996; 77: Box 7819, Austin, TX 78713-7819. Univ Texas Press. 543-558.

Abstract: Objective. The New Christian Right of the 1970s and 1980s largely failed to achieve its objectives because of its inability to build broad-based coalitions and effective grassroots organizations. The second coming of the New Christian Right has attempted to avoid the particularism that plagued the earlier incarnation. This paper examines whether the Christian Right has succeeded in broadening its religious coalitions. Methods. The authors analyze data from surveys of Christian Right delegates to Republican party conventions. Results. The statistical patterns show that a large percentage of participants from different ecumenical backgrounds are represented in the New Christian Right. This was less true in the first generation Christian rights groups. Conclusions. Particularism is not a factor in explaining support for Christian Right candidates.

Note: Article Wilcox C, Georgetown Univ, Dept Govt, Washington,DC 20057 USA

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