Wise Disciple with Nate Sala The Hidden Root of Political Violence (And What Almost No One's Talking About)
Oct 13, 2025
The discussion revolves around the assertion that political violence predominantly stems from the left. It examines how dehumanizing rhetoric can incite violence and questions whether this rhetoric is a symptom of deeper societal issues. The challenge of progressivism fostering division is explored, along with critiques of coercive policies replacing charity. Additionally, a connection is made between social issues like fatherlessness and a spiritual void in society. Ultimately, the focus turns to the transformative power of the gospel as a solution.
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Rhetoric Fuels Violence But Isn't Root Cause
- Political rhetoric can drive violence but it isn't the deepest cause of societal breakdown.
- Ideologies that frame life as oppression vs. oppressor fuel resentment and tribalism.
Personal Example: Siblings Across The Aisle
- Steven Crowder described having siblings with different politics who still get along.
- He used that example to show not all leftist individuals endorse political violence.
Godlessness Underpins Political Violence
- Both Steven Crowder and his interlocutor agree godlessness underlies modern political violence.
- Removing Christian influence tends to replace God with the state or another ideological 'god'.