Sacred discourse and American nationality / Eldon J. Eisenach.

Includes bibliographical references (pages 147-159) and index.

Introduction -- Jumping out of ordinary time: sacred rhetoric in American political discourse -- Liberal religion and liberal politics -- Emerging patterns in America's political and religious self-understanding -- Progressivism as a national narrative -- Progressive internationalism.

In the current political climate it is impossible not to speculate about the correlation between American national identity and religious beliefs. Sacred Discourse and American Nationality analyzes the role of religious rhetoric and politics. Eldon J. Eisenach explores this relationship, along with the interrelationship of political theory, political ideology, and political change in the story of American political life. By addressing "sacred stories" and American Progressivism, Sacred Discourse and American Nationality provides historical and current views on American national identity. This is the perfect book for scholars and students interested in American political development. -- Book cover.