If you're wealthy like Donald Trump is, and you have a preacher who says your wealth is a sign God approves of you, you're probably going to like that preacher. And if there is one major element in Donald Trump's religious beliefs, it would be this prosperity gospel.
Tom GjeltenThere's a culture war in this country. Americans in recent years, as you know, have become more secular. They don't go to church as often. Bible reading, prayers in public are now frowned upon. And, of course, in addition to that, a lot of people have become much more supportive of LGBT rights. And in reaction to that, biblically conservative Americans feel that their faith is under assault.
Tom GjeltenThe country has already become multicultural. Given immigration trends, it will only grow more diverse, and these new Americans want to share in their country's identity.
Tom GjeltenBeing out of the mainstream is entirely consistent with the way Donald Trump is approaching his presidency.
Tom Gjelten