News roundup from the BJC blog

As published in the June 2012 Report from the Capital, this collection of recent posts from the Baptist Joint Committee’s Blog from the Capital highlights big stories, and it gives you an opportunity to participate in the newsgathering process.
From the June 2012 Report from the Capital

Shedding light, not bringing heat

Written by J. Brent Walker, BJC Executive Director
Less than six months out from the 2012 fall elections, religion continues to be a part of the campaigns. I predict it only will accelerate. Four years ago I offered this conundrum as a challenge: …
From the June 2012 Report from the Capital

Churches and political campaigns

Written by K. Hollyn Hollman, BJC General Counsel
In an election year, many people feel the heightened sense of responsibility that comes with living in a democracy. We all should. Despite the problems of excessive partisanship, negative campaigning and corporate influence over our elections, the right to vote and get involved in campaigns is a privilege that shouldn’t be taken for granted. …
From the June 2012 Report from the Capital

BJC welcomes summer intern

The Baptist Joint Committee is pleased to welcome Matthew Lee Boschen of Ashland, Va., as one of our 2012 summer interns working alongside our staff in Washington, D.C. …
From the June 2012 Report from the Capital

Pastor is religious freedom panel pick

By Associated Baptist Press and BJC Staff Reports
President Obama announced plans May 11 to reappoint African-American Baptist leader William J. Shaw to the United States Commission on International Religious Freedom. …
From the June 2012 Report from the Capital