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NatCon Conference Promotes White Christian Identity, Fuels Controversy

9/14/2025

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The NatCon conference in Washington, D.C., highlighted a shift in conservative ideology towards a white Christian identity and restrictive immigration policies.
GOP Senator Eric Schmitt asserted that America is for descendants of white Europeans, overlooking its diverse history.
Far-right pastor Joel Webbon encouraged white parents to instill fear of Black individuals in their children.
The conference emphasized a troubling vision for America's future, neglecting discussions on individual freedoms.
Critics link this rhetoric to white supremacist ideologies and a trend towards authoritarianism within the GOP.

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The NatCon conference in Washington, D.C., highlighted a shift in conservative ideology towards a white Christian identity and restrictive immigration policies.
GOP Senator Eric Schmitt asserted that America is for descendants of white Europeans, overlooking its diverse history.
Far-right pastor Joel Webbon encouraged white parents to instill fear of Black individuals in their children.
The conference emphasized a troubling vision for America's future, neglecting discussions on individual freedoms.
Critics link this rhetoric to white supremacist ideologies and a trend towards authoritarianism within the GOP.