GOP’s Christian Revival Dream: Reality Check and Dim Prospects
AmericaFest, a conference hosted by Turning Point USA, showcased a strong shift toward Christian nationalism. The event featured numerous speakers preaching a fundamentalist, evangelical Christianity, often equating American identity with Christian faith. Despite the event’s overt religious focus, and claims of a religious revival, data indicates a decline in religiosity among young adults. This focus on Christian nationalism is being promoted by right-wing media and influencers, potentially driven by financial incentives and a desire to rally conservative audiences, even though it may not reflect the reality.
John Q. Hosedrinker