Abortion Quote by John Shelby Spong
“I look at American Christianity and I'm almost in despair. I don't want to be identified with it. The Christian vote in America is an anti-abortion, anti-homosexual vote. I consider that to be anti-female and anti-gay, and I don't want to be identified with a God who is anti-anything.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Public Radio, 2005
American Christianity is portrayed as politically conservative, opposing abortion and LGBTQ rights, which the speaker feels contradicts inclusive divine values.
In simple terms: He sees US Christianity as anti‑female and anti‑gay.
Key Takeaway
Question religious politics that exclude marginalized groups.
Themes
religion
politics
identity
Mood
concerned
hopeful
Type
theological
social
When to use this quote
- policy debates
- faith communities
- activism
- personal belief systems
Key Concepts
Christian doctrine
social justice
Questions to Reflect On
- What alternative interpretations of Christianity support equality?
- How can faith communities reconcile doctrine with modern human rights?
A Different Perspective
The speaker’s view may not represent all Christian perspectives.
