Who's the Bigot?: Learning from Conflicts over Marriage and Civil Rights Law

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Book Synopsis: Historically, critics of interracial, interfaith, and most recently same-sex marriage have invoked conscience and religious liberty to defend their objections, and often they have been accused of bigotry. Although denouncing and preventing bigotry is a shared political value with a long history, people disagree over who is a bigot and what makes a belief, attitude, or action bigoted. This is evident from the rejoinder that calling out bigotry is intolerant political correctness, even bigotry itself.

In Who's the Bigot?, the eminent legal scholar Linda C. McClain traces the rhetoric of bigotry and conscience across a range of debates relating to marriage and antidiscrimination law. Is “bigotry” simply the term society gives to repudiated beliefs that now are beyond the pale? She argues that the differing views people hold about bigotry reflect competing understandings of what it means to be “on the wrong side of history” and the ways present forms of discrimination resemble or differ from past forms. Furthermore, McClain shows that bigotry has both a backward- and forward-looking dimension. We not only learn the meaning of bigotry by looking to the past, but we also use examples of bigotry, on which there is now consensus, as the basis for making new judgments about what does or does not constitute bigotry and coming to new understandings of both injustice and justice.

By examining charges of bigotry and defenses based on conscience and religious belief in these debates, Who's the Bigot? makes a novel and timely contribution to our understanding of the relationship between religious liberty and discrimination in American life.

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Uncover the complexities of bigotry and conscience in the captivating book, Who's the Bigot?: Learning from Conflicts over Marriage and Civil Rights Law. Dive deep into the debates surrounding interracial, interfaith, and same-sex marriage as author Linda C. McClain delves into the blurred lines between defending objections based on conscience and being labeled as a bigot. Gain insights into the evolving perceptions of what constitutes bigotry and how society grapples with differing beliefs and attitudes. This thought-provoking read challenges conventional notions and sheds light on the intricate relationship between discrimination, justice, and religious liberty.

Explore the nuanced discourse on bigotry and conscience with Who's the Bigot? by Linda C. McClain. Embark on a journey through the historical backdrop of marriage and antidiscrimination debates, where the rhetoric of bigotry has played a pivotal role. Discover the varying perspectives on being "on the wrong side of history" and how past instances of discrimination inform contemporary judgments. McClain's insightful analysis prompts readers to reconsider preconceived notions about bigotry, paving the way for a fresh understanding of the complex interplay between religious freedom and discrimination in American society.

Unravel the intricate web of bigotry and conscience in the compelling pages of Who's the Bigot?: Learning from Conflicts over Marriage and Civil Rights Law. Linda C. McClain offers a unique perspective on the evolution of societal views on bigotry, challenging readers to question traditional boundaries and perceptions. By examining the intersection of conscience, religious belief, and discrimination in contemporary debates, this groundbreaking book paves the path for a deeper exploration of the delicate balance between personal freedoms and societal values in the realm of civil rights law.

Ready to expand your understanding of bigotry, conscience, and discrimination? Delve into the thought-provoking narrative of Who's the Bigot?: Learning from Conflicts over Marriage and Civil Rights Law by Linda C. McClain. Gain insights into the multifaceted nature of societal debates surrounding marriage and antidiscrimination law, and challenge your perceptions of what constitutes bigotry. Join us on this enlightening journey as we navigate the complex terrain of religious liberty, tolerance, and justice in the modern American landscape.

Discover the complexities of bigotry and conscience with Who's the Bigot?

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