The article discusses the shift in Nashville's Music Row and country music industry towards embracing MAGA and conservative politics by 2025, with artists and industry figures openly supporting Trump and producing politically aligned content, reflecting broader cultural and political changes in the U.S.
The article outlines five key turning points over the past year that have led to a deepening internal conflict within the MAGA movement, highlighting ideological splits over foreign policy, cultural issues, and extremism, which threaten to reshape the future of American conservatism beyond Trump's influence.
The AmericaFest conference in Phoenix showcased divisions within the conservative movement, with high-profile figures like Tucker Carlson and Ben Shapiro clashing over ideological purity and controversial figures like Nick Fuentes, amid the backdrop of Charlie Kirk's death and internal disagreements about the direction of conservatism.
The LDS Church has appointed Dallin H. Oaks as its new president-prophet, with reactions highlighting his conservative stance on social issues and his emphasis on unity within the church, with expectations of continued traditional values and possible canonization of the family proclamation.
Sanae Takaichi, a conservative Japanese politician and potential future prime minister, is celebrated for her humble beginnings and traditional values, with supporters highlighting her softer side and dedication to economic and nationalist policies, despite concerns over her hardline views and social conservatism.
Japan's ruling Liberal Democratic Party faces a crisis with declining support, scandals, and voter shifts to right-wing parties, as it prepares to elect a new leader amid political instability and economic challenges, including inflation and demographic issues.
The article discusses the contrasting messages at Charlie Kirk's funeral, highlighting the divide between a spiritual, gospel-centered conservatism and a more worldly, nationalist approach, reflecting ongoing tensions within the conservative movement and the importance of maintaining spiritual roots amidst political engagement.
The article covers the memorial service for Charlie Kirk, where Donald Trump praised him as a 'giant of his generation' and emphasized his role in American liberty and conservatism. Erika Kirk, Charlie's wife and CEO of Turning Point USA, spoke emotionally about his legacy. The event featured prominent speakers, including Trump, JD Vance, and Marco Rubio, highlighting Kirk's influence on the conservative movement and the belief in a revival of conservatism in the US. The memorial also marked a moment of reconciliation between Trump and Elon Musk.
The article discusses Donald Trump's unconventional approach to managing the economy and other issues, highlighting the political risks associated with his departure from traditional conservatism.
The Southern Baptist Convention in Dallas is set to approve resolutions advocating for bans on pornography, sports betting, and same-sex marriage reversal, reflecting its conservative stance on social issues, while also debating internal controversies such as the role of women pastors and potential defunding of its public policy arm amid ongoing membership decline.
Taylor Swift was notably absent from the AMA awards after being nominated in six categories, with fans speculating her snub was due to the show's connections to Donald Trump and a perceived shift towards conservatism in the music industry, which they believe influenced the outcome and her decision not to attend.
In a surprising turn, former President Donald Trump gained significant support from Gen Z men in the recent election, despite his conservative platform. Exit polls showed Trump narrowly winning over Democratic opponent Kamala Harris among young men, a demographic previously favoring Biden. This shift is attributed to Trump's engagement with influencers like Joe Rogan and economic disillusionment among young voters. Many Gen Zers reportedly lied about their voting preferences, reflecting a generational split and dissatisfaction with current leadership.
In the Trump era, some evangelical conservatives are embracing a more risqué approach, as seen in the "Conservative Dad’s Real Women of America" calendar featuring influencers and aspiring politicians in provocative poses. This has sparked a debate within the conservative Christian community, with some condemning it as "soft porn" while others see it as a win for their side. The calendar blurs the lines between Christian and secular conservatism, with the cover model, Riley Gaines, also being an activist against transgender women's participation in sports who frequently speaks at church events and evangelical conferences.
Argentine President Javier Milei, a right-wing populist and Trump supporter, embraced Donald Trump at the Conservative Political Action Conference (CPAC) and echoed popular Trump themes on migration and socialism. Milei's appearance at CPAC followed a meeting with U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken, despite alleged discouragement from the U.S. ambassador in Buenos Aires. Milei urged the CPAC crowd to oppose socialism and regulation of the economy, while also condemning abortion access as a "murderous agenda."
Conservative activist Christopher Rufo outlines a strategy for conservatives to reclaim influence in elite institutions, following his role in exposing plagiarism allegations that led to Harvard President Claudine Gay's resignation. In his manifesto, "The New Right Activism," Rufo criticizes past conservative tactics and the belief in institutional neutrality, arguing for a new focus on language, institutions, and their fundamental purposes. He emphasizes the need for conservatives to engage in politics, recruit and replace leadership, and hold institutions accountable to their intended ends, suggesting that a shift in cultural power is necessary for conservative thought to enter the mainstream.