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Explore the complex intersection of Christianity and immigration politics in this 2-hour conference talk from The Aspen Institute's Faith Angle Forum series. Examine how biblical narratives, particularly the Book of Revelation, have historically shaped American immigration discourse through Dr. Yii-Jan Lin's research from Yale Divinity School and her book "Immigration and Apocalypse: How the Book of Revelation Shaped American Immigration." Discover the role of Christianity in pro-migration activism through Dr. Lloyd Barba's analysis of the US Sanctuary Movement, contrasting with the more commonly discussed white Christian nationalism's influence on anti-immigrant politics. Investigate how these opposing political Christianities coexist and influence contemporary immigration debates, connecting current tensions to historical throughlines in American immigration narratives. Gain insights into how religious convictions continue to shape politics and public life around one of today's most contentious issues, presented as part of a series designed to equip journalists with resources for reporting on religion's impact on society.
