Sons of Patriarchy The Fruits of Nationalism
Dec 2, 2024
Dr. Paul Miller, a Georgetown University professor, shares insights on the dangers of Christian nationalism as it seeks political power. Journalist Katherine Stewart unpacks the movement’s strategies and funding, revealing how it exploits a narrative of persecution. Napp Nazworth discusses the roots of the Christian right and its evolution within the GOP, while Russell Moore critiques its theological missteps. Together, they highlight how Christian nationalism distorts identity politics and distracts from pressing societal issues.
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Christian Nationalism Defined
- Christian nationalism demands the government preserve a specific Christian cultural template for America.
- Paul D. Miller warns this political ideology reduces Christianity to a tribal political program.
Reaction To Rapid Change
- Christian nationalism reacts to rapid cultural, demographic, and religious change by seeking to restore a lost majority.
- Miller notes change can be positive and is not a justification for illiberal remedies.
Gateway To Extremism
- Christian nationalism can serve as a gateway to more extreme movements like white nationalism.
- Miller cautions that removing Christian rhetoric may simply make room for purer forms of ethnic nationalism.
