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The Holy Post
Jesus and John Wayne Episode 4: Fallen Warriors (The ‘10s - Today)
Jul 16, 2021
Calvin University history professor Kristin Kobes Du Mez discusses 'Jesus & John Wayne' with Skye Jethani, exploring white evangelicals' support for Trump, reactions to the Capitol attack, scandals in church leadership, and the role of evangelical media. They address criticism of the book, reflect on the future of American evangelicalism, and the need to reframe narratives of Christian nationalism, patriarchy, and militancy.
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- Evangelicals' support for Trump reveals a history of authoritarian values in the community.
- Evangelical media played a significant role in shaping beliefs around Christian nationalism and patriarchy.
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The Impact of Evangelical Support for Trump
Evangelicals supported Trump despite his controversial statements, reflecting a long history of promoting authoritarian and militant values within the community. The connection between evangelical masculinity and Trump's appeal was seen in the emphasis on a masculine, ruthless leadership style intertwined with a militant faith concept. The book highlights a pattern of evangelicals endorsing abusive leaders by justifying authoritarianism in the name of protecting the faith, leading to a betrayal of stated family values.
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