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ERIC Number: EJ310632
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 1984
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Social Scientists Examine the New Religious Right.
Johnston, Edwin D.
Teaching Political Science, v12 n1 p4-11 Fall 1984
The new religious right (NRR) is having a significant influence in politics. Discussed are the views of social scientists concerning the social movement theories in interpreting the NRR, the role of symbols and mythology in the movement's success, criticisms of the NRR, and the surveys of support for the NRR. (RM)
Descriptors: Conservatism, Mythology, Political Science, Politics, Public Opinion, Religion, Religious Factors, Social Theories, Symbolism
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Information Analyses
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Language: English
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Identifiers: New Religious Right