Two prominent Christian figures, Dave Brat and Ralph Reed, appeared on the WarRoom on Wednesday and called for urgent action from Christians across the United States. They emphasized the importance of voting and political engagement in shaping the nation’s future.
"Among Evangelical Christians alone, there are about 17 million who are not voting. This is 27% of the electorate. If we got all of them to vote, there’s virtually no national election we could not swing,” Reed said, adding:
"It’s about being effective and empowered citizens of both a Heavenly Kingdom and the Earthly Kingdom wherever God has planted us. This is not an option. We’ve got to be informed, we’ve got to vote.”
Reed, the Faith & Freedom Coalition chairman, joined host Brat to analyze the political landscape and highlight the perceived threat of the Democratic ticket led by Kamala Harris and Tim Walz.
Brat offered crucial insights.
"It’s time for Christians to double down on the entire litany you just listed. We need Christian leaders to make a contract and think through how we can put a testable proposition in front of the presidential candidate,” Brat said.
The Challenge of the Far-Left Agenda
Ralph Reed did not hold back in expressing his concerns about the Democratic candidates, describing them as the “most far-left national ticket in American history.” According to Reed, Harris’s decision to align with radical policies instead of moving towards a centrist position has alienated many Americans.
“Kamala Harris could have broadened her reach, moved to the center, and tried to reach the Heartland of America,” he said. “Instead, she doubled down on a far-left agenda.”
Reed’s criticisms extended to Tim Walz, the Vice Presidential candidate, highlighting his actions during the COVID-19 pandemic as evidence of misplaced priorities. Walz allowed retail establishments to reopen while keeping churches restricted, violating the First Amendment rights of Minnesotans. Reed argued, “Retail therapy was okay during COVID, but spiritual healing and worshiping in congregation was not. That tells you where his priorities are.”
Reed also criticized Minnesota’s liberal abortion laws and policies allowing minors to undergo gender transition surgeries without parental consent, labeling Walz as a “radical extremist” on these issues.
A Call to Action for Christians
Brat and Reed’s discussion emphasized the urgent need for Christians to become more politically active. Reed passionately urged Christians to understand their role and influence in national elections.
“There’s never been more on the line for Christians on issues like life, religious freedom, and support for Israel,” he stated.
He went on to highlight the staggering number of Evangelical Christians who are not voting, estimating that 17 million are either unregistered or do not participate in elections. This group, Reed argued, could swing any national election if properly mobilized. “It’s the largest single constituency in the electorate,” Reed emphasized. “All we got to do is make sure these folks understand what’s on the line.”
Creating a Social Contract
Brat echoed Reed’s sentiments, suggesting that Christian leaders need to create a social contract to ensure equal treatment for Christians under the law. He proposed putting forward a statement of affirming rights, asking politicians to publicly declare their positions on key issues such as religious freedom, gender policies, and abortion.
Reed encouraged War Room viewers to contact their elected officials, urging them to take a stand on these critical issues. He stressed that this effort is not about aligning with a specific party but about fulfilling a Christian obligation to be informed and active citizens.
“This isn’t about one party versus another. It’s not about left and right. The Bible teaches that we are to be effective and empowered citizens,” Reed stated.
Brat added, "Under our Constitution, we the people are the sovereign. Romans 13 says obey your rulers. In the United States of America, you are the rulers. Your congressmen and women and senators all serve you. The people are in charge; you must be an effective, moral leader.”
A Proactive Stance for the Future
The conversation concluded with a solid call to action for Christians to recognize their power and responsibility in shaping the country’s future. With the next election looming, Brat and Reed’s comments rally for Christians to engage in the political process and make their voices heard.
As Reed succinctly said, “We’ve got to hit the gas on this thing.”
In a time of significant political and social change, Christian voters’ voices could play a pivotal role in determining the nation’s direction. As Brat and Reed have highlighted, the time for passive observation is over, and the moment for decisive action has arrived.
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