The Rightwing Christian Preachers in Deep Denial Over Covid-19's Danger
Document Type
News Article
Publication Date
4-4-2020
Capture Date
7-10-2020
URL
https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2020/apr/04/america-rightwing-christian-preachers-virus-hoax
Abstract
This article discusses the response of Christian leaders, primarily those who politically aligning with the right, and their response to the COVID-19 pandemic. The article details the false information spread by some Christian leaders regarding the coronavirus, in addition to discussing issues such as the First Amendment, doctrine relating to evil and the virus, and conspiracy theories. The article features Pentecostal pastor Rodney Howard-Browne and his arrest for not following social distancing guidelines, along with many other religious leaders.
WMU ScholarWorks Citation
Wilson, Jason, "The Rightwing Christian Preachers in Deep Denial Over Covid-19's Danger" (2020). Pandemic Response and Religion in the USA: Doctrine. 50.
https://scholarworks.wmich.edu/religion-pandemic-doctrine/50