The 'Appeal to Heaven' flag, historically tied to the Revolutionary War, has recently gained notoriety as a far-right symbol, especially among those involved in the January 6 Capitol riot. Its recent appearance at the Small Business Administration underlines its association with Christian nationalism, causing alarm regarding the separation of church and state. Experts argue that flying this flag alongside the American flag is indicative of a deepening intertwining of religion and governance, potentially signaling a shift toward theocracy in American politics.
"That the 'Appeal to Heaven' flag is being flown on a government building alongside the American flag should be shocking to anyone who doesn't wish to live in a theocracy..."
"Those who carried the 'Appeal to Heaven' flag to the Capitol on January 6 did so because they truly believed they had the opportunity to inject Christian fundamentalism into the very foundation of our democracy..."
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