Hate Sells category archive
Stray Thought 0
I suspect that, if I looked up “truth” in my trusty Roget’s Thesaurus, which I’ve had for forty years, I would not find “divisive concepts” listed as a synonym thereof.
But, if I had an updated version, I think I just might.
American Taliban 0
A caller shares some stories about the antics of what he I think most aptly refers to as “Talibangelicals.”
Aside:
I was brought up Southern Baptist before the Texans took over the Southern Baptist Convention, or, to put it another way, when the SBC was sane.
I’ve read the Bible multiple times (mostly the Jerusalem translation, because in my opinion it best blends modern English with lyricism). It was a great comfort to me when my first marriage broke up. Nevertheless, I must say I haven’t read it recently, mainly as a visceral reaction to the antics of right-wing they-call-themselves Christian evangelicals merchants of hate.
These “Talibangelicals” worship no Jesus that I know.
“But It’s the Only Possible Explanation” 0
Using the recent kerfuffle over Kate Middleton, Rebecca Watson takes a look at the appeal of conspiracy theories and those who cultivate them. Here’s quote:
Those who make you believe absurdities can make you commit atrocities, and by “those” I also include, like, yourself.
Or you can read the transcript.
Establishmentarians 0
Long-time Baptist pastor Stephen Jones argues that right-wing extremist they-call-themselves Christians get it precisely backwards:
Follow the link for context.
Deep Uncovered 0
So much for attorney-client privilege.
From the Party of Lincoln to the Party of Stinkin’ 0
The editorial board of the St. Louis Post-Dispatch tells a tale of devolution.
The Rule of Flaw 0
At the Sacramento Bee, Erwin Chemerinsky wonders why the Trumpette’s don’t seem care–indeed, almost seem to relish–the impending indictments and existing judgements against Donald Trump. I commend his piece to your attention.
Here’s a tiny bit:
For decades, conservatives have identified themselves as the champions of “law and order.” It is ironic and perplexing that they could embrace a candidate who shows so little regard of the law.
Know Them by the Company They Keep, Reprise 0
Visitors to the House of Wax.
Establishmentarians 0
Michael in Norfolk is somewhat perturbed.
At the Des Moines Register, Jason Benell has more about the effects of establishmentarianism.
Hate Sells 0
At Psychology Today Blogs, Andrea Matthews analyzes the appeal of hate. A snippet:
A Notion of Immigrants 0
David talks with a caller about the situation at the border and makes the stunning argument that this self-styled “nation of immigrants” should continue to be, well, a nation of immigrants.
A Notion of Immigrants 0
Grung_e_Gene looks behind the anti-migrant rhetoric at those who spout it and what he sees is not pretty.
Untruth in Labeling 0
At the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, Mary Pezzulo struggles to understand why self-proclaimed “conservatives” embrace Donald Trump. A snippet:
Establishmentarians Establishing Establishmentarianism 0
Thom talks with Tim Alberta about his new book, The Kingdom, the Power and the Glory: American Evangelicals In An Age of Extremism.