#401 - Christian Nationalism and the New Right

This podcast features an interview with Katherine Stewart, author of "Money, Lies, and God," discussing the anti-democratic movement in the US. The conversation explores the movement's funding, ideology (including Christian nationalism and its relationship with the New Right), and tactics, highlighting the role of disinformation and the creation of a "boogeyman" to distract from core issues. Stewart argues that this movement, while not ideologically unified, is effectively dismantling democratic institutions and leveraging fear and resentment to gain power. A key example discussed is Project 2025, a plan seemingly implemented by the current administration. The interview concludes with a discussion of the challenges in combating the movement's disinformation campaign and the need for effective counter-messaging.