“What we need to affirm is that Jesus is neither a Democrat nor a Republican. Whenever we marry Jesus to a political party, we are committing the sin of idolatry. We are making Jesus into the image of our political party.”

American sociologist, Baptist pastor, author, and public speaker

Tony Campolo was an American sociologist, Baptist pastor, author, and public speaker. Born Anthony Campolo Jr., he became known as a prominent voice on the evangelical left and served as a spiritual adviser to U.S. President Bill Clinton. He was also a frequent commentator on religious, political, and social questions, and appeared on programs including The Colbert Report, The Charlie Rose Show, Larry King Live, Nightline, Crossfire, Politically Incorrect, and The Hour.