SHE is the woman behind an emerging force in Queensland politics, with thousands of Christian followers and a formidable record of bending government policy to her agenda.
From an office in Springwood, Logan City, Carolyn Cormack led a campaign that in less than a month saw the State Government back down on proposed changes to religious education in schools.
With access to more than 3000 churches, from mainstream to charismatic organisations, the Australian Christian Lobby's Queensland chief of staff encouraged parishioners to protest against the changes.
In less than a week, more than 9000 signatures were recorded on a petition and dozens of letters were sent to local members throughout the state.
Weeks later the proposals were shelved.
Mrs Cormack is loath to boast about the group's success, politely thanking Premier Peter Beattie for his "common sense".
But she is determined the Christian voice will be heard at the next state election.
Issues such as gay marriage and same-sex adoption would be fought vigorously by the group and they want to see Bibles near every hospital bed.
For the first time, the ACL is planning to create a score card on the State Government's performance to hand out to Christian voters before the 2007 election.
Premier Peter Beattie was wise to heed the power of the religious lobby, Griffith University politics and public policy lecturer Paul Williams said.
"They are not a flash-in-the-pan type force, and their impact will be more widespread than single-issue groups," Dr Williams said.
He said the influence of the religious lobby could mean the difference in several seats, especially outside Brisbane.
In August, ACL will host its state conference to focus on how to make the most of the influence of the Christian vote at the next election.
And when campaigning starts, the group will seek to organise forums for candidates to meet with Christians ahead of the poll.
It is a move Dr Williams describes as a return to old-fashioned politics with candidates having to engage with lobby group members and explain where they stand on issues.
Mrs Cormack said the group was open minded and would offer no special favours for Family First candidates.
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