The Rise of White Christian Nationalism

This chapter examines the emergence of a faction within the Republican Party dedicated to white Christian nationalism and its influence on party dynamics, particularly around Donald Trump's rise to power. It discusses the shift from liberalism to a reactionary stance in recent elections, exploring the cultural and socio-economic discontent among certain demographics, notably white men. The chapter also analyzes the implications of these dynamics for both domestic and international politics, including U.S.-European relations and the resurgence of historical ideologies like Manifest Destiny.