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Texas GOPer hires anti-LGBTQ extremist

Rep. Tony Tinderholt hired Jake Neidert as his office’s legislative director amid a wave of anti-LGBTQ violence

Salon · Dec 16, 2022

Texas GOP lawmaker hires Christian nationalist who called for drag show attendees to be executed

State Rep. Tony Tinderholt, R-Arlington, hired Jake Neidert, 22, last month as his office’s legislative director amid a wave of anti-LGBTQ violence and rhetoric and ahead of an impending legislative session that is expected to focus heavily on anti-trans bills.

The Texas Tribune · Dec 16, 2022

Christians Must Publicly Denounce Christian Nationalism

A former pastor explains why more churchgoers must condemn the bigotry of Donald Trump and his supporters in order to save democracy.

Texas Observer · Nov 5, 2022

After Trump, Christian nationalist ideas are going mainstream – despite a history of violence

In the run-up to the U.S. midterm elections, some politicians continue to ride the wave of what’s known as “Christian nationalism” in ways that are increasingly vocal and direct.

The Conversation · Aug 5, 2022

Where do religious groups in the US stand on gun control?

After yet another tragic mass school shooting in the US, gun control is once again the subject of debate. Studies show that white evangelical Protestants have higher rates of gun ownership and stronger opposition to gun control, but not all faith-based groups agree.

ABC News · May 31, 2022

Christian nationalism on the rise in some GOP campaigns

A movement known as Christian nationalism is making its presence known in many Republican primary races this year

The Independent UK · May 29, 2022

Can cross-breeding protect endangered species from the climate emergency?

Some conservationists think we should encourage hybridisation to protect animals, but might it be better to tackle the climate emergency’s root causes?

The Guardian - UK · May 29, 2022