Representative Mike Johnson’s claim of reciting a daily prayer by Thomas Jefferson was demonstrably false, given Jefferson’s well-documented skepticism of organized religion. This falsehood, coupled with Johnson’s history of dishonesty, including his role in promoting election fraud claims, suggests a deliberate attempt to rewrite history. This action aligns with the broader strategy of Christian nationalists to reshape historical narratives to support their agenda, exemplified by figures like David Barton who actively promote misinformation. The normalization of such dishonesty within the Republican party, fueled by years of unchecked lying, erodes faith in truth and enables the spread of harmful falsehoods.
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With Donald Trump’s return to the Oval Office, the White Christian nationalist movement holds unprecedented influence. This group, characterized by its use of religious rhetoric to mask its exclusionary views, now has unified GOP control of Congress and a Supreme Court sympathetic to its agenda. Trump’s own rhetoric and policies actively promote this movement’s goals, promising to leverage federal power to advance its aims. This could result in significant societal changes, including curriculum alterations in public schools, book bans, and a redefinition of constitutional rights based on a Christian nationalist framework. Experts warn of a potential two-tiered society where religious freedom is limited and the rights of those outside the movement are suppressed.
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President Trump’s proposed renaming of the Gulf of Mexico to the “Gulf of America,” while symbolically significant, faces international hurdles. This action, along with his threats of coercion to acquire Greenland and regain control of the Panama Canal, are viewed as nationalistic gestures rather than practical policy solutions. These proposals, coupled with his past campaign promises, highlight a potential contradiction between his stated desire for reduced foreign involvement and his actions suggesting a renewed focus on territorial expansion and control of global waterways. His rhetoric raises concerns about the erosion of U.S. credibility and the potential for unnecessary conflict.
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Lance Wallnau, a close Trump ally and Christian nationalist, is less concerned about the numerous scandals surrounding Trump’s Defense Secretary nominee, Pete Hegseth, than he is about the public disclosure of those scandals. This reflects the broader Christian nationalist movement’s strategy, which aims to concentrate power in the presidency to bypass Congress and impose a far-right Christian worldview on the nation. Key appointments, such as Russell Vought to the OMB, are central to this plan, aiming to replace federal employees with Christian nationalists. The ultimate goal is to fundamentally reshape American governance according to this theocratic ideology, potentially with dire consequences for democratic institutions and civil liberties.
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Pete Hegseth’s Senate confirmation hearing is underway, marked by his mother’s impassioned defense of his character, claiming he has changed since past accusations. She vehemently attacked the media for its reporting on these allegations, which include rape, sexual harassment, and financial mismanagement. Hegseth himself aims to convince senators of his transformation, despite concerns about his past behavior and his outspoken Christian nationalism. His nomination remains uncertain.
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Calls by prominent Trump supporters to revoke the 19th Amendment, granting women the right to vote, signal a potential broader attack on the electoral system. This movement, fueled by Christian nationalism, frames the repeal not as disenfranchisement, but as restoring a “family vote” where men represent their households. This echoes historical anti-suffragist arguments and aligns with Project 2025, a far-right plan outlining aggressive voter suppression tactics. The ultimate goal appears to be the establishment of a Christian nationalist state, where women’s rights are significantly curtailed or eliminated.
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Following the 2024 election, President-elect Trump’s actions, including controversial appointments and rejection of fundraising transparency, underscore his disregard for established norms. The subsequent dismissal of the election interference case against him further cemented this trend, prompting concern from legal analysts and commentators. This outcome is viewed as a significant blow to accountability and the rule of law, potentially emboldening lawlessness. The episode also explores the growing influence of Christian nationalism on American society and politics.
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Trump’s second term education appointments, including Linda McMahon and potentially Pete Hegseth, signal a move towards a Christian nationalist agenda in education. This involves efforts such as pushing Christian curriculum into public schools, as seen in Texas, and diverting public funds to religious schools, as in Arizona. Simultaneously, figures like Oklahoma’s Ryan Walters are using their positions to promote partisan views and suppress dissent, further undermining secular education. The overall strategy appears to be a multi-pronged attack aiming to dismantle public education and replace it with a system reinforcing far-right ideologies.
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President-elect Trump has proposed eliminating the Department of Education, returning education control to the states. This plan, part of his 10-point education agenda, includes promoting Christian Nationalism, attacking teachers’ unions, and diverting public funds to private schools. Trump also intends to target diversity, equity, and inclusion programs through the Department of Justice, potentially harming Black and brown communities by hindering access to student debt relief, Pell Grants, and protections against discrimination. While Congress likely won’t vote to eliminate the Department of Education, Trump could significantly weaken it through executive actions, shifting the responsibility and burden of education funding to individual states.
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Jason Yates, the former CEO of My Faith Votes, a non-profit organization dedicated to mobilizing the evangelical community in support of Donald Trump, has been charged with possessing child pornography. This is not Yates’s first brush with the law; he previously faced a similar conviction. The irony of his situation is undeniable.
Yates, a vocal opponent of what he calls “sexually deviant” messages aimed at children, especially those sympathetic to the LGBTQ+ community, penned an op-ed for the conservative outlet *The Washington Times* just weeks before his arrest. In this article, he urged Christians to take a stand against what he perceived as a morally corrupting secular culture.… Continue reading
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Matt Underwood