The Peter Zeihan Podcast Series The Russian Reach: Christian Ultranationalism || Peter Zeihan
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Mar 20, 2025 Explore the rise of Christian ultranationalism and its alarming influence on Western society. Delve into how this ideology frames Western civilization as under threat from external forces. Discover the unsettling connections between Christian nationalism and pro-Russian sentiments, revealing how some factions endorse Russia's actions. Witness the role of religious narratives in shaping political views and how these narratives intertwine with nationalist propaganda across the U.S. and Europe.
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Christian Ultranationalism
- Christian ultranationalism, a form of ultra-nationalism, is characterized by a belief in a global cabal seeking to eradicate the white race.
- Adherents are often racist, anti-immigration, violent, and distrustful of large organizations, including religious institutions.
Key Figures and Flexibility
- Key figures associated with Christian ultranationalism within the US administration include Russ Vought and J.D. Vance.
- Figures outside the administration include Elon Musk and Peter Thiel, highlighting the ideology's flexibility.
Focus on South Africa and Russia
- Christian ultranationalists fixate on South Africa and Russia.
- They view South Africa's post-apartheid era as a test case for white genocide and Russia as a bastion against Muslim hordes.