"The Family: The Secret Fundamentalism at the Heart of American Power"

Democracy Now by Jeff Sharlet, Amy Goodman | Aug. 12, 2009 (Interview)

A secretive group known as The Fellowship, or “The Family,” is one of the most powerful Christian fundamentalist movements in the United States. The Family’s devoted membership includes congressmen, corporate leaders, generals and foreign heads of state. Full Story »

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The number of influential politicians who are under the influence of this theocratic cult makes this an important story for the preservation of democracy.

More exposure is needed. Perhaps this is what the repugnantcans have been referring to for years as "Family Values?" The tax exemption of "The Family" should be revoked.

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