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Jonathan L. Walton

Jonathan L. Walton is assistant professor at Harvard Divinity School. His lastest book is: Watch This! The Ethics and Aesthetics of Black Religious Broadcasting (New York University Press).

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Religion Dispatches

Prosperity Preacher Peddling “Death Panel” Myth

Shouldn’t a professed “health and wealth” preacher be concerned with health care? Apparently, politics get in the way…
Jonathan L. Walton
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Remembering the Legacy of America’s “Green Preacher,” Rev. Ike

The charismatic preacher, Rev. Ike, famous for saying “the best thing you can do for the poor is not be one of them,” broke ground for televangelists of all races.
Jonathan L. Walton
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Religion Dispatches

Let Michael Vick Play! The Ethics of Reinstatement

While it is tempting to dismiss professional athletes as overpaid ingrates, how many of us have to endure what amounts to 70 car accidents each Sunday? If Michael Vick were a janitor, he’d be back at work by now.
Jonathan L. Walton
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