Summary: Reading Time: 1 minuteThe origin of Christian involvement in American politics has a longer history than most people realize but it probably does not begin where you would imagine. Episode 1 of this series on the history of the religious right in America examines early 20th century Christian involvement in politics. Some of the most devoted and progressive Christians in American politics in the early 20th century would not even be allowed in the Republican party by today’s standards.<br> <br> Episode 138<br> History of the Religious Right Part 1: Before We Were Republicans<br> This is part of our ongoing <a href="http://www.theendofhistory.net/category/none-of-the-above/">None of the Above</a> series leading up to the US elections on November 8.<br> <br> History Religious Right<br>
