How can we get more men and women of “faith” into the public square?

Michael Whatley asks how can we get more men and women of “faith” into the public square?
Why is it so controversial for Christians to take a stand on Biblical values within the Republican party?
When our leaders tell us to listen to them, and it does not hold to the standards of God’s Word, it is not coming from God. The voice of God will never excuse sin.