<p>Prominent evangelical Christian leader Pat Robertson, who played a pivotal role in advancing the influence of the religious right in American politics, has passed away at the age of 93.</p>

<p>Known for his affiliation with the Republican Party, Robertson even ran for president as a Republican candidate in 1998.</p>

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<p>The announcement of his death was made on the Christian Broadcasting Network.</p>

<p>Robertson gained national prominence through his long-running talk show called The 700 Club.</p>

<p>This show, a unique blend of religious news, political commentary, and light entertainment, served as a platform for Robertson's views.</p>

<h2><strong>Founded&nbsp;Christian Coalition</strong></h2>

<p>Robertson founded the Christian Coalition, an organisation that became a significant player in Republican politics starting in the 1980s.</p>

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<p>The Christian Coalition provided crucial support, both financial and organisational, to candidates who aligned with their stances on contentious social issues such as abortion, religious freedom, and traditional values.</p>

<p>In 1988, Robertson campaigned for the Republican presidential nomination and secured second place in the Iowa Caucuses, receiving significant backing from the state's evangelical community.</p>

<p>However, his campaign lost momentum after George HW&nbsp;Bush won the New Hampshire primary and eventually became the Republican nominee and president.</p>

<p>Despite this setback, Robertson's campaign showcased the growing influence of evangelical Christians within Republican politics. He went on to become a powerful figure in the Republican Party, wielding considerable influence as a kingmaker for several decades.</p>

<h2><strong>Enormous&nbsp;religion and political influence&nbsp;</strong></h2>

<p>According to John C. Green, a retired professor of political science at the University of Akron, Pat Robertson's influence in religious broadcasting paved the way for many others to follow.</p>

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<p>In 2021, Green stated that Robertson played a significant role in solidifying the alliance between conservative Christians and the Republican Party in American politics.</p>

<p>Green further emphasised that Robertson's impact on both religion and politics in the United States was immense.</p>

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Prominent evangelical Christian leader Pat Robertson, who played a pivotal role in advancing the influence of the religious right in American politics, has passed away at the age of 93.

Prominent evangelical Christian leader Pat Robertson, who played a pivotal role in advancing the influence of the religious right in American politics, has passed away at the age of 93. Known for his affiliation with the Republican Party, Robertson even ran for president as a Republican candidate in 1998. Also Read | Anti-gay protests in Los Angeles after school votes on recognizing June as Pride month The announcement of his death was made on the Christian Broadcasting Network. Robertson gained national prominence through his long-running talk show called The 700 Club. This show, a unique blend of religious news, political commentary, and light entertainment, served as a platform for Robertson's views. Founded Christian Coalition Robertson founded the Christian Coalition, an organisation that became a significant player in Republican politics starting in the 1980s. Also Read | Eight children injured in knife attack in France The Christian Coalition provided crucial support, both financial and organisational, to candidates who aligned with their stances on contentious social issues such as abortion, religious freedom, and traditional values. In 1988, Robertson campaigned for the Republican presidential nomination and secured second place in the Iowa Caucuses, receiving significant backing from the state's evangelical community. However, his campaign lost momentum after George HW Bush won the New Hampshire primary and eventually became the Republican nominee and president. Despite this setback, Robertson's campaign showcased the growing influence of evangelical Christians within Republican politics. He went on to become a powerful figure in the Republican Party, wielding considerable influence as a kingmaker for several decades. Enormous religion and political influence According to John C. Green, a retired professor of political science at the University of Akron, Pat Robertson's influence in religious broadcasting paved the way for many others to follow. Watch | CNN Chairman and CEO Chris Licht quits × In 2021, Green stated that Robertson played a significant role in solidifying the alliance between conservative Christians and the Republican Party in American politics. Green further emphasised that Robertson's impact on both religion and politics in the United States was immense. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here. ×

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<p>A Pakistani religious leader has been arrested on Friday for collecting "obscene" images of a minor girl and blackmailing the family.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) crime cell arrested the suspect following a successful raid, Faizullah Korejo, the agency's additional director at its Cybercrime Reporting Centre in Karachi said as reported by Dawn.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Korejo said a "brave mother" informed them that they have appointed a Qari (religious teacher) to teach Quran to her children at home.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Later, the 13-year-old child complained that the teacher is "physically abusing" her while teaching and was even in possession of "obscene" images of her for blackmailing.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The accused also sent the photographs to the girl's mother via Whatsapp for blackmailing.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"The accused was threatening the family that if his unethical demands were not met, he would make the pictures viral on social media," said Korejo.</p>

<p>The FIA official said that then one of their teams conducted a raid to nab the suspect.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The suspect was arrested and his mobile phone was confiscated that showed "obscene" image of the minor, Korejo said.</p>

<p>The religious leader has been booked under various sections of Pakistan Electronic Crimes Act, 2016 and Pakistan Penal Code.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The FIA took service of a stress counsellor for the minor victim to give her professional counselling.&nbsp;<br />
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A Pakistani religious leader has been arrested on Friday for collecting "obscene" images of a minor girl and blackmailing the family. The Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) crime cell arrested the suspect following a successful raid, Faizullah Korejo, the agency's additional director at its Cybercrime Reporting Centre in Karachi said as reported by Dawn.

A Pakistani religious leader has been arrested on Friday for collecting "obscene" images of a minor girl and blackmailing the family. The Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) crime cell arrested the suspect following a successful raid, Faizullah Korejo, the agency's additional director at its Cybercrime Reporting Centre in Karachi said as reported by Dawn. Watch | Korejo said a "brave mother" informed them that they have appointed a Qari (religious teacher) to teach Quran to her children at home. Also read | Provincial govt to pay for Pakistan Hindu temple destroyed by mob Later, the 13-year-old child complained that the teacher is "physically abusing" her while teaching and was even in possession of "obscene" images of her for blackmailing. The accused also sent the photographs to the girl's mother via Whatsapp for blackmailing. "The accused was threatening the family that if his unethical demands were not met, he would make the pictures viral on social media," said Korejo. The FIA official said that then one of their teams conducted a raid to nab the suspect. The suspect was arrested and his mobile phone was confiscated that showed "obscene" image of the minor, Korejo said. The religious leader has been booked under various sections of Pakistan Electronic Crimes Act, 2016 and Pakistan Penal Code. The FIA took service of a stress counsellor for the minor victim to give her professional counselling.

Pakistan: Religious leader arrested for abusing, blackmailing minor girl

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