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TBF

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1. I'm shocked he included Catholics and Methodists -

Reply to marmar (Original post)

Wed Jun 10, 2026, 09:55 AM

Jun 10

When I was growing up in the rural midwest the Lutherans held court. Methodists barely rated because they were considered far too liberal, and Catholics were seen as completely different. There is such a history of bigotry and general fearing the "other" in this country.

Not surprising that Hegseth was so unaccepting considering he's all in on this Christian Nationalism nonsense. He really stepped in it, though, because there are quite a few Mormons in high offices (that is, if Doge hasn't fired them!). I saw by the end of the day he was forced to redraw his little chart, but he should have left things alone. It's just mean. Let people be who they are.

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Christian nationalism isn't just immoral -- it's incoherent [View all] marmar Jun 10 OP

I'm shocked he included Catholics and Methodists - TBF Jun 10 #1

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It really was that bad - TBF Jun 10 #6

I'm no theological expert, but these Christians ignore the teachings of Christ. IMHO. surfered Jun 10 #2

100% Blue Owl Jun 10 #3

The Funniest Thing Is That He Had to Remove "Christian" MineralMan Jun 10 #4