Sarah Posner

Sarah Posner is an American journalist and author who specializes in investigating and reporting on the religious right, politics, and their intersection in American society. She has written extensively about Christian nationalism, conservative religious movements, and their influence on U.S. politics and policy. Posner's work has appeared in major publications including The New York Times, The Washington Post, Rolling Stone, and The New Republic. Her most notable books include "God's Profits: Faith, Fraud, and the Republican Crusade for Values Voters" (2008) and "Unholy: Why White Evangelicals Worship at the Altar of Donald Trump" (2020). Her reporting has focused particularly on exposing the political and financial networks within the American religious right, examining how religious organizations interface with political power. She serves as a reporting fellow at Type Investigations and is known for her in-depth investigative work on religious organizations and their political activities. The majority of Posner's career has centered on examining how religion, particularly conservative Christianity, shapes American politics and culture. Her analysis and reporting have made her a frequently cited expert on topics relating to religion and politics in American media.

Readers describe Posner's work as thoroughly researched but note her clear ideological perspective on religious conservatism. Her books receive attention from both supporters and critics of her analysis of religion in politics. What readers liked: - Detailed documentation and extensive source material - Clear explanations of complex religious-political networks - First-hand reporting and interviews - Historical context for current events What readers disliked: - Some found her tone combative toward religious conservatives - Critics say she focuses too heavily on negative aspects - Several readers noted partisan framing of issues Ratings & Reviews: "Unholy" (2020) - Goodreads: 4.1/5 from 1,200+ ratings - Amazon: 4.4/5 from 900+ reviews "God's Profits" (2008) - Goodreads: 3.8/5 from 100+ ratings - Amazon: 3.9/5 from 40+ reviews Common reader comment: "Important reporting but comes with a clear point of view" - appears in multiple Amazon reviews

God's Profits: Faith, Fraud, and the Republican Crusade for Values Voters (2008) An examination of prosperity gospel televangelists and their influence on Republican politics.

Unholy: Why White Evangelicals Worship at the Altar of Donald Trump (2020) An analysis of the relationship between white evangelical Christians and Donald Trump's political rise and presidency.

Republicans and the Rise of Alt-Right Extremism (2016) A detailed investigation of the growth of far-right movements within American conservative politics.

The New Religious Right and the Transformation of American Politics (2014) A study of how religious conservatism has shaped modern American political discourse and policy.

Michelle Goldberg writes about the intersection of politics and religion in America, focusing on Christian nationalism and the religious right. Her investigative work examines extremist movements and their influence on mainstream politics.

Jeff Sharlet documents religious movements and their political impact through immersive reporting and first-hand accounts. His work covers fundamentalist Christianity and its relationship with American power structures.

Katherine Stewart researches Christian nationalism and its effects on education, politics, and public institutions in the United States. She focuses on how religious organizations influence policy and shape cultural narratives.

Chris Hedges analyzes the role of religion in American politics and society through the lens of his theological background and journalistic experience. He examines Christian dominionism and its impact on democratic institutions.

Julie Ingersoll studies Christian Reconstructionism and its influence on contemporary religious movements in American politics. Her work traces the historical development of religious right ideologies and their current manifestations.