CHRISTIAN NATIONALISM

Sep 15 2024RELIGION

The Devil's in the Details: Why Satanists Want a Seat at the School Table

The debate surrounding the role of religion in schools has taken a surprising turn, with the Satanic Temple seeking to join the fray. The group, which describes itself as a "non-theistic religious organization" that promotes reason, empathy, and the pursuit of knowledge, wants to establish After School Satan Clubs in schools that already have Christian-based groups o...

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Sep 15 2024OPINION

The Devil's in the Details: Unpacking Trump's Toxic Mix of Religion and Politics

In a most disturbing development, Trump has taken to exploiting his supporters' religious beliefs to further his own political ambitions. This toxic cocktail of religion and politics is a clear and present danger to the very fabric of our democracy. To understand the depth of this threat, it's essential to explore the ways in which Trump, a self-proclaimed born-again...

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Sep 15 2024POLITICS

Christian Nationalism: A Recipe for Divisive Politics

Josh Hawley, a U.S. Senator from Missouri, has recently sparked controversy by advocating for Christian nationalism, a far-right ideology that claims the United States was founded as a Christian nation and promotes Christian fundamentalism as a national religion. But is this ideology really as benign as Hawley makes it out to be? On its surface, Christian nationalis...

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Sep 06 2024POLITICS

Trump's Divine Right: A Dangerous Gospel of Violence and Extremism

At the Republican National Convention, Donald Trump was presented not just as a political leader, but as a divinely ordained warrior. This dangerous narrative, fueled by Christian nationalist rhetoric, positions Trump as a chosen figure battling against a demonic enemy. But is this a genuine expression of faith or a calculated ploy to consolidate power? Consider t...

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