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Exploring the evolving relationship between church and state in America

NPR | By Jason DeRose,

Steve Inskeep

Published May 25, 2026 at 3:41 AM CDT

This week, NPR explores the relationship between church and state through the lens of people who believe the United States is, and should continue to be, a Christian nation.

Jason DeRose

Jason DeRose is the Western Bureau Chief for NPR News, based at NPR West in Culver City. He edits news coverage from Member station reporters and freelancers in California, Washington, Oregon, Nevada, Alaska and Hawaii. DeRose also edits coverage of religion and LGBTQ issues for the National Desk.

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Steve Inskeep

Steve Inskeep is a host of NPR's Morning Edition, as well as NPR's morning news podcast Up First.

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