Doug Wilson Part 8: The Theological War Thesis and Southern Slavery, as it Was

In this monster, 2+ hour episode, I take a VERY deep dive into the backstory of what led Doug Wilson and his co-author, Steven Wilkins, to write their hugely controversial 1996 booklet, Southern Slavery, As it Was. If you love history as I do, then you'll appreciate the historical context behind what's called the "theological war thesis"--which draws elements from the Southern "Lost Cause" mythology, among others. You might be surprised to learn that in reality, the argument advanced by Wilson and Wilkins is really nothing new--Southern Slavery cribs from a variety of sources, all of them problematic, and advances a revisionist, racist reading of history. Exactly why is this problematic? Listen in to find out more! Become a part of the MindShift Podcast Patreon Community! Like the MindShift Podcast Facebook Page] Follow me on Twitter @MindShift2018