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In Which We Sadly Cease Having Fun With This

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Jan 7, 2026
Doug Wilson wraps up his insights on Disarming Leviathan with sharp critiques of Christian marginalization and societal tensions. He defends the use of strong biblical language against allegations of dehumanization while addressing the complexities of accusations around white supremacy. The discussion heats up on perceptions of election fraud and the cultural battleground of public schools, where secularism reigns. It's a provocative dive into the intersections of faith, culture, and politics.
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INSIGHT

Equating Faith With Ethnicity

  • Doug Wilson observes Caleb Campbell smoothly equates Christian anxiety with ethnic/white anxieties to discredit Christian nationalism.
  • He highlights that sliding from 'Christian' to 'ethnic erasure' is a rhetorical insinuation, not neutral analysis.
ANECDOTE

Bell Curve Irony Example

  • Wilson sarcastically references 'race realists' and the bell curve to illustrate fringe thinkers within Christian nationalist circles.
  • He uses irony to show some self-described advocates bring their own refutation in their rhetoric.
INSIGHT

Truth Versus Dehumanization

  • Wilson argues biblical language that labels sinful actions can appear dehumanizing yet remains truthful and scriptural.
  • He contends dehumanizing words sometimes describe real behavior rather than inventing value judgments.
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