On Jerry Falwell
In light of his death, I wanted to make the following comments: to religious conservatives, he was a champion. To progressives of various faiths (or non-faiths), he was a hate-mongering fraud. The truth, as usual, is probably somewhere in the middle. There is no doubt that he was instrumental in Reagan's ascension to the presidency, as well as that of George W. Bush. However, blaming gay people and pro-choice advocates for causing 9-11 didn't exactly endure him to the mainstream.
Despite his religious titles, he will be known publicly as more of a political figure. And in that regard, it won't be long until another figure takes his place.
Despite his religious titles, he will be known publicly as more of a political figure. And in that regard, it won't be long until another figure takes his place.
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