God in the White House

Beginning with JFK's presidential campaign and ending with the George W. Bush White House, Randall Balmer explores the role religion plays in the personal and political lives of America's presidents. Through exploring how religion affected our presidents? personal lives, policies, and campaigns, Balmer reveals that religion is one of the main influencers behind our nation's leaders and a common thread that connects each of their administrations. Balmer offers a new lens through which to see these extraordinary individuals. Balmer was nominated for an Emmy Award and was the recipient of the Sidney E. Mead Prize from the American Society of Church History.Balmer, Randall H. is the author of 'God in the White House', published 2008 under ISBN 9780060734053 and ISBN 0060734051.