Background
Menendez, Albert John was born on October 23, 1942 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States. Son of Albert Joseph and Alice Virginia (Briggs) Menendez.
(The United States has enjoyed a long and venerable tradit...)
The United States has enjoyed a long and venerable tradition of separation of church and state. But how is this relationship handled in Canada with which we have considerable political, economic, and social ties? Church and State in Canada describes the main contours of how religion and government interact in Canada. While written from the perspective of an American separationist, it reflects the unique traditions that have developed a somewhat different style of church-state relationships in our neighbor to the north. Written to inform U.S. readers, it includes much data from a variety of sources that may not be widely known to many Canadians. Religion's impact on education, law, and politics is the primary focus of the study. Wherever possible, comparisons between the United States and Canadian experiences are discussed so readers can observe how two great democracies have approached the interaction between church and state. This overview will further understanding and increase knowledge on both sides of the border.
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(Veteran political analyst Albert J. Menendez profiles the...)
Veteran political analyst Albert J. Menendez profiles the growing power of religious evangelicals in this comprehensive book. Seeking a broader, more comprehensive understanding of evangelical voting patterns, he resists the temptation to isolate his attention on the Religious Right. Instead, his is an eye-opening and revealing text about the religious-based power block.
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(Who are the politically active evangelicals? Where do the...)
Who are the politically active evangelicals? Where do they live and how are they affecting American politics? Estimated at one-fourth of the electorate, evangelicals are gradually extending their control over the Republican party and pressing their conservative political views in Congress. If successful, their actions in federal, state, and local elections could have profound consequences for all Americans. In this breakthrough book, veteran political analyst Albert J. Menendez profiles contemporary evangelical groups, revealing the issues and social/political concerns that animate such diverse sects as Southern Baptists and Midwestern Lutherans, Dutch Reformed Christians and Mennonites, as well as evangelical subcultures within the Catholic and Jewish faiths. Despite their differences, all evangelicals share certain fundamental religious, cultural, and political values which could unite them in a major organized effort to change forever the national political landscape. Looking at why the Republican party seems most receptive to evangelicals, Menendez assesses the religious base of support for both major parties. Evangelicals at the Ballot Box is a thorough study of the growing power these groups wield when they step into the voting booth. It includes a detailed survey of recent election results, census data, religious membership surveys, public opinion polling data, a review of the scholarly literature of the past two decades, and more. Packed with fascinating facts and figures available in no other single source, this volume is sure to be an indispensable resource.
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(In this age of "political correctness," Christmas has bec...)
In this age of "political correctness," Christmas has become our most controversial holiday. Each year brings new court battles over nativity scenes on public property and heated school board meetings in the public schools. Author Albert J. Menendez traces this dispute as far back as the fourth century, when Catholic orthodoxy turned Christmas into a major propaganda tool as well as a religious observance. Over the centuries there has been a surprising amount of disagreement among the various Christian sects about the nature of the Christian observance and whether Christmas should be celebrated as a holiday at all. The English Puritans and the Scottish Presbyterians, for example, were adamantly opposed to Christmas celebrations. In our own day, the controversy has engendered a complex legal tangle stretching from local councils to the United States Supreme Court. Menendez reviews the specific arguments and decisions in the judicial debate over religious symbols in the public square, and he explores the broader implications of the controversy for church-state relations. The December Wars provides a fascinating historical and legal perspective on our most popular holiday.
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(The 20 million voters who supported Ross Perot's 1992 run...)
The 20 million voters who supported Ross Perot's 1992 run for the White House are a powerful and volatile bloc. These determined voters have the desire and the clout to effect significant changes in the American political system. But what do we know about these millions who have placed their faith in an eccentric Texas billionaire whose campaign was limited to infomercials, books, and high-toned political debate? Albert J. Menendez brings us the only serious analysis of Perot voters and their impact on the future of American politics. Citing verifiable, credible, yet little-known data based on county voting data in every state, precinct data in select locales, and exit polling conducted at sample precincts on Election Day, Menendez reveals the widespread appeal of Perot's message. No other third-party candidate has tapped the wells of disaffection on both the right and the left, or has so effectively garnered the support of such diverse constituencies. This in-depth look at the Perot faithful provides important insights into the depth of his appeal and what it portends for the political future of America.
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Menendez, Albert John was born on October 23, 1942 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States. Son of Albert Joseph and Alice Virginia (Briggs) Menendez.
Bachelor cum laude, Jacksonville University, 1967. Postgraduate, Emory University, 1971.
Program analyst, researcher, Florida Medical Association, Jacksonville, 1968-1970; program planning analyst, newsletter editor, Government of Georgia, Atlanta, 1971-1972; director research, associate editor, Church and State Magazine, Silver Spring, Maryland., 1972-1977, 80-88; news bureau chief, American Bible Society, New York City, 1978-1979; freelance writer, researcher, since 1989. Consultant, director research Americans for Religious Liberty, Silver Spring, since 1989.
(Who are the politically active evangelicals? Where do the...)
(The 20 million voters who supported Ross Perot's 1992 run...)
(The United States has enjoyed a long and venerable tradit...)
(In this age of "political correctness," Christmas has bec...)
(Veteran political analyst Albert J. Menendez profiles the...)
Member Author's Guild American, American Academy Religion, Center for Study of Presidency.
Married Shirley Corbin, June 15, 1974.