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Theocrats on the Doorstep of Power

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The Rise of Christian Nationalism in Moscow, Idaho

This chapter examines the emergence of Christian nationalism in Moscow, Idaho, focusing on the efforts of a conservative pastor to forge a theocratic society. It highlights the clash between the town's liberal values and the ambitions of this religious faction to gain political power and cultural sway.

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