Fast Politics w/ Molly Jong-Fast - Why Trumpism Is More Than a Cult w/ Jennifer Welch

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Molly Jong-Fast speaks with Jennifer Welch, co-host of I've Had It, about the ominous rise of Christian nationalism, the far-right shift in Republican politics, and how these forces have deeply impacted American society and governance. Their conversation explores how online extremism has become mainstream among political elites, the cultural and moral contradictions of MAGA devotees, and the deeply personal stories that reveal the human cost of policies like mass deportation and bans on abortion. Jennifer brings insight from her background growing up in the Bible Belt, providing a unique perspective on the religious underpinnings of Trumpism and the deep psychological conditioning many Americans experience within evangelical communities. The discussion touches on everything from school policy in red states to the performative patriotism and emotional repression driving conservative politics, ultimately arguing for empathy, awareness, and activism in the face of a regressive political movement.