What is anti-woke & is it a real threat in evangelical circles? Neil Shenvi & Joe Rigney | WBWP 83
Jul 15, 2024
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Neil Shenvi and Joe Rigney discuss the anti-woke movement in evangelical circles, contrasting it with extreme ideologies. They explore topics like ethnic pride, assimilation, and responses to anti-woke ideals. The conversation delves into the complexities of ethnic identity in America and the need for rational debates amidst societal polarization.
Anti-woke ideas aim to divide society and promote white pride, originating from evangelical discussions.
Tensions arise in America between celebrating diverse heritages and maintaining a cohesive national identity.
The assimilation process in America is shaped by religion, culture, and historical treatment of ethnic groups.
Deep dives
Definition and Origins of the Woke Right
The term 'Woke Right' refers to a set of ideas dividing society into straight white men and their adversaries, intending to 'red pill' normies and 'retake America.' The concept originated from an evangelical conversation involving Sean DeMars, Joe, and Doug Wilson, highlighting concerns about identity politics and white pride leading to anti-Semitism.
Ethnicity and Assimilation in America
Discussions on ethnicity in America reveal tensions between celebrating diverse heritages while preserving an overarching American identity. Concerns revolve around assimilation of legal immigrants, with viewpoints on deportations based on perceived threat to the 'heritage America' ethos, drawing attention to self-confidence issues in defining a comprehensive American ethnos.
Religious and Cultural Dimensions Impacting Assimilation
The assimilation process in America is influenced by factors like religion and culture, with considerations on how different religious groups integrate into American society. The confidence in defining American identity, rooted in Anglo-Protestant heritage, affects assimilation attitudes towards varying ethnicities, highlighting tensions between cultural pride, assimilation, and national legacy.
Ethnicity and Immigration Policy Impact
Considering the impact of historical treatment of different ethnic groups in America on immigration policy, the podcast delves into the potential consequences of failing to address the role of ethnicity in shaping societal dynamics. The discussion highlights the risks of Balkanization, emphasizing the importance of acknowledging the need for a central dominant culture to prevent divisive power struggles based on ethnic identities.
Ethnic Identitarianism and Assimilation
Exploring the complexities of ethnicity, assimilation, and identity, the podcast examines differing viewpoints on ethnic groups' abilities to assimilate into American society. By dissecting notions related to deporting US citizens based on their background and beliefs, the conversation underscores the challenges of defining and navigating ethnicity in a multicultural landscape, questioning the criteria for assimilation and the implications of cultural proximity to Western Europe.
«Welcome..... to the We Bear Witness Podcast, where we delve into the depths of scripture to uncover timeless truths and gain profound insights into the teachings of Jesus Christ. Today Adam invites Neil Shenvi & Joe Rigney onto the podcast to discuss anti-woke & if it is a real threat in evangelical circles.