The Culture Of Disbelief by Stephen L. Carter

How American Law and Politics Trivialize Religious Devotion

This thought-provoking work explores the diminishing role of religion in public life, arguing that society often treats religious beliefs as irrelevant or even embarrassing. It critiques the tendency of legal and political systems to marginalize faith, suggesting that this approach undermines the moral and ethical foundations that religion can provide. The book calls for a more respectful and inclusive dialogue about the place of religious conviction in shaping public policy and cultural norms, advocating for a balance that respects both secular and religious perspectives in a pluralistic society.