Trump, Empathy, and the Erosion of Christian Compassion
Albert Mohler, a prominent evangelical leader, initially criticized Donald Trump, calling him an embarrassment to evangelical Christianity. However, Mohler supported Trump in the 2020 and 2024 elections, citing a pragmatic, utilitarian approach to achieving desired political outcomes, acknowledging the lack of perfect candidates. He contends that this support stemmed from a belief that significant cultural and legislative disruption was needed to preserve conservative values, and that Trump uniquely represented this disruptive force. Mohler further argues that the 2020 and 2024 elections exposed a lack of commitment to core social issues among many Republicans, leading to a “great sifting” within the party.
John Q. Hosedrinker