show bio Welton Gaddy

Rev. Dr. Welton Gaddy leads the Interfaith Alliance, a nonprofit, grassroots organization dedicated to promoting the positive and healing role of religion in public life and challenging religious political extremism. Pastor for preaching and worship at Northminster (Baptist) Church in Monroe, La., Gaddy is the host of "State of Belief," a weekly AirAmerica radio show based on the proposition that religion has a positive and healing role to play in the life of the nation. In addition to being the author of over 20 books, Gaddy provides regular commentary to the national media on issues relating to religion and politics.

Religion in Public Life
Date: 4/22/2008

Rev. Dr. Welton Gaddy, president of the Interfaith Alliance, discusses the nature and importance of religious liberty in relation to democracy. Gaddy addresses the role of religion in the presidential campaign and reminds the audience that America is electing the “commander-in-chief” not the “pastor-in-chief.” He believes that religion is not a reason to vote or not vote for a candidate; however, he argues voters have the right to know how a candidate’s religion will impact their decision-making on issues. Gaddy also argues that there is a sound reason the founders did not want to entangle religious institutions with government institutions.

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