GetReligion applauds a recent article in the Washington Post for its coverage of the emerging religious left and asks questions about the terms journalists are using to describe the movement:
Progressive? Is this the best descriptor for religious groups who advocate for liberal political aims? I have used the term regularly in the past and can argue for its use. But I’ve heard from people all across the spectrum who don’t like it. Some on the right say that it implies people who don’t share a belief in, say, higher taxes are regressive or oppressive. Some on the left think that it denigrates the theological basis and grounding for their views. What do you think? Is that the best term out there or what would you prefer? It is somewhat funny that religious groups on the right are frequently called the religious right or Christian conservatives but we don’t see much use of the terms religious left or liberal Christians. So maybe I should ask what are some better terms for all the varied religious groups that engage in the public square.
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