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politics1 year ago

"Political Fallout: Pence and Biden Clash Over Trump's Abortion Stance"

Former Vice President Mike Pence criticized former President Donald Trump's statement on leaving abortion rights to the states, calling it a "slap in the face" to anti-abortion voters. Pence, an evangelical Christian who supports national abortion restrictions, expressed discontent with Trump's lack of endorsement for a federal ban and accused Republican politicians of being too willing to abandon the fight for life. Pence's own presidential bid focused on reaching evangelical voters and advocating for abortion restrictions at the federal level.

via The New York Times|
#abortion#donald-trump#evangelical-voters
politics2 years ago

"Trump's Growing Support Among Iowa Evangelicals"

Donald Trump is consolidating support among evangelical voters in Iowa, with a recent poll showing him drawing 51% of evangelical Christians planning to attend the GOP caucuses, far ahead of his closest rival, Ron DeSantis, at 22%. Despite previous evangelical reluctance in 2016, Trump's dominance in the group has grown, positioning him as a frontrunner in the Iowa caucuses and highlighting the importance of winning over conservative Christian voters in the Republican primary.

via POLITICO|
#conservative-christians#donald-trump#evangelical-voters
politics2 years ago

"DeSantis Secures 50 New Endorsements from Iowa Faith Leaders Ahead of Pivotal Caucuses"

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has gained 50 new endorsements from pastors and faith leaders in Iowa, bringing his total to over 150, ahead of the pivotal Iowa caucus. The religious backing is crucial in the state, where evangelical support is significant. DeSantis, aiming to defeat GOP frontrunner Donald Trump, has emphasized his support from religious leaders and launched a Faith and Freedom Coalition to promote his message of "God over Government" and defend religious freedom. Despite Trump's lead in the polls, DeSantis remains determined to win the caucus, urging voters to turn out and highlighting his unwavering faith and defense of religious liberty.

via New York Post |
#endorsements#evangelical-voters#faith-leaders
politics2 years ago

"Nikki Haley's Surging Popularity Threatens Trump's Lead in New Hampshire"

Former U.N. Ambassador Nikki Haley's support in the Republican presidential primary is growing, particularly among college-educated voters, where she has doubled her support since October. However, she still trails behind former President Donald Trump, especially among evangelical voters. Despite her rise in the polls, Haley faces challenges in winning over evangelical voters, who have increasingly aligned with Trump. Her performance in early states like Iowa and New Hampshire will be crucial in determining her momentum in the race.

via ABC News|
#college-educated-voters#evangelical-voters#nikki-haley
politics2 years ago

"Trump's Appeal to a New Breed of Evangelical Voter"

Despite declining church attendance among evangelical Christians, many still identify as such and support Donald Trump, viewing him as a defender of their values and a bulwark against the Democrats. Trump's embrace of Christianity as a cultural identity has resonated with non-churchgoing Christians, reshaping the political landscape in Iowa and beyond. This shift in evangelical identity has also affected how politicians appeal to these voters, with new causes and leaders emerging in the evangelical political landscape.

via Yahoo News|
#church-attendance#donald-trump#evangelical-voters
politics2 years ago

"Trump's Appeal to a New Breed of Evangelical Voter"

Evangelical voters in the U.S. have evolved from traditional churchgoers to a group that identifies more with a cultural and political identity, with many prioritizing their support for Donald Trump over religious practices. This shift has led to declining church attendance and a changing focus on political issues such as immigration and the economy, rather than traditional religious-right causes. Despite efforts by other Republican candidates to court evangelical voters, recent polling suggests that Donald Trump continues to maintain a strong hold on this demographic, largely due to his embrace of Christianity as a cultural identity and promises to defend it.

via The New York Times|
#church-attendance#donald-trump#evangelical-voters
politics2 years ago

"Evangelical Leader Questions Trump's Strong Support in Iowa, GOP Primary Heats Up"

Influential Iowa evangelical leader Bob Vander Plaats expressed skepticism towards recent polls showing strong support for former President Trump among evangelical voters in Iowa, stating that it does not align with what he is hearing on the ground. Vander Plaats, who recently endorsed Gov. Ron DeSantis, believes that Trump's lead is closer to the low 40s rather than the reported 54 percent. He attributes Trump's support to his name recognition and past actions, adding that some evangelicals appreciate his disruptive nature. Vander Plaats emphasized the importance of DeSantis performing well in the upcoming Iowa caucuses to potentially challenge Trump's bid for a second term.

via Yahoo News|
#bob-vander-plaats#donald-trump#evangelical-voters
politics2 years ago

Trump's Winning Strategy: Evangelical Support, Iowa Campaigning, and Caucuses

Jackson Lane, a 25-year-old Christian operative and son of prominent Christian activist David Lane, has been instrumental in securing evangelical support for Donald Trump in Iowa. Lane, who joined the campaign in September as Iowa director of faith outreach, has garnered key endorsements and organized weekly prayer sessions with faith leaders. Evangelical voters make up a significant portion of the Republican electorate in Iowa, and their support is crucial in the upcoming caucuses. Despite controversies surrounding Trump, including criminal charges and multiple marriages, he still enjoys strong support among evangelicals, with 51% favoring him in recent polls. Lane's efforts have helped Trump maintain his lead in Iowa, where he narrowly lost to Ted Cruz in 2016.

via Yahoo News|
#2024-election#donald-trump#evangelical-voters
politics2 years ago

Trump's Strategic Appeal to Evangelical Voters in Iowa and Beyond

Jackson Lane, a 25-year-old Christian operative and son of prominent Christian activist David Lane, has been instrumental in securing evangelical support for Donald Trump in Iowa. Lane, who joined the campaign in September as Iowa director of faith outreach, has garnered key endorsements and organized weekly prayer sessions with faith leaders. Evangelical voters make up a significant portion of the Republican electorate in Iowa, and their support is crucial in the upcoming caucuses. Despite controversies surrounding Trump, including criminal charges and multiple marriages, he still enjoys strong support among evangelicals, with 51% favoring him in recent polls. Lane's efforts have helped Trump maintain his lead in Iowa, where he narrowly lost to Ted Cruz in 2016.

via Reuters|
#2024-presidential-election#donald-trump#evangelical-voters
politics2 years ago

Trump Fumes as Vander Plaats Chooses DeSantis Over Him

Former President Donald Trump expressed anger after influential Iowa evangelical leader Bob Vander Plaats endorsed his rival, Ron DeSantis, for the 2024 Republican presidential nomination. Vander Plaats, leader of the evangelical group Family Leader, cited DeSantis' ability to win and his experience as reasons for his endorsement. Trump accused DeSantis of paying Vander Plaats $100,000 for the endorsement, which both DeSantis and Vander Plaats denied. Vander Plaats has a history of supporting winners in the Iowa caucuses, but none of them went on to win the Republican nomination. Trump currently leads in the 2024 Republican primary tracking poll, with DeSantis in second place.

via Newsweek|
#bob-vander-plaats#donald-trump#evangelical-voters
politics2 years ago

Midwest Evangelical Leader Considers Backing Underdog 2024 Candidate

Influential evangelical leader Bob Vander Plaats is expected to endorse Ron DeSantis in the presidential primary, despite DeSantis running 30 points behind frontrunner Donald Trump in Iowa. Vander Plaats has a track record of picking winners in GOP primaries, but endorsing DeSantis poses a risk as it may anger Trump and evangelical Christians who support him. DeSantis, however, sees Vander Plaats' support as a boost to his campaign as he seeks to erode Trump's lead in Iowa. Vander Plaats' endorsement will test both his own clout and the willingness of evangelicals to abandon Trump.

via POLITICO|
#bob-vander-plaats#donald-trump#evangelical-voters
politics2 years ago

Trump's Dominance and the Struggle for Alternatives in Iowa

Bob Vander Plaats, CEO of The Family Leader organization, an influential social conservative group, has warned that former President Donald Trump is still beatable in the 2024 Republican presidential primary in Iowa. Vander Plaats predicts a decline in support for Trump, with the field of current candidates naturally coalescing. Recent polls show Trump leading in Iowa, but Vander Plaats believes his support could decrease to 35 percent by the Iowa caucuses in January. Trump declined an invitation to an event held by The Family Leader, which Vander Plaats says communicates a lot to their base.

via Newsweek|
#2024-election#donald-trump#evangelical-voters
politics2 years ago

Evangelical Leader's Endorsement Shakes Up Trump's Iowa Lead

Former President Donald Trump's lead in the Iowa caucuses, which kick off the Republican presidential nomination calendar, could be upended by the endorsement of prominent social conservative leader Bob Vander Plaats. Vander Plaats, president and CEO of The Family Leader, believes Trump is beatable and predicts his support may drop to as low as 35% by the time of the caucuses. Vander Plaats, who is likely to endorse one of Trump's rivals, will host a presidential forum featuring Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis, former ambassador Nikki Haley, and biotech entrepreneur Vivek Ramaswamy. Trump's absence from the forum and Vander Plaats' potential endorsement have raised questions about the former president's standing among evangelical voters in Iowa.

via Fox News|
#bob-vander-plaats#donald-trump#evangelical-voters
politics2 years ago

"Trump and DeSantis: Collision of Campaigns and Awkward Encounters"

Former President Donald Trump and Florida Governor Ron DeSantis, both leading Republican presidential candidates, will make separate appearances at two influential social conservative gatherings in Washington. The events will provide an opportunity for DeSantis to differentiate himself from Trump and appeal to evangelical voters, a crucial demographic he needs to win over. The joint visits highlight the significant role Christian conservatives will play in the 2024 nominating contest, particularly in Iowa. DeSantis has actively courted evangelical leaders, while Trump, despite not being a natural ally of social conservatives, aligned with their priorities during his presidency.

via The New York Times|
#desantis#evangelical-voters#politics