Money, Lies and God: Katherine Stewart on Christian Nationalism and the Assault on American Democracy

Send us Fan MailIs American democracy facing its greatest test in generations?In this episode of Dictators v Democrats: Why We Fight, investigative journalist and bestselling author Katherine Stewart joins us to discuss her latest book, Money, Lies and God: Inside the Movement to Destroy American Democracy. Drawing on nearly two decades of reporting, Stewart explains how billionaire donors, Christian nationalism, disinformation campaigns and highly organised political networks have combined to reshape American politics and challenge democratic institutions.We discuss the historical roots of Christian nationalism, why Donald Trump became the ideal vehicle for an anti-democratic movement, the role of dark money and propaganda, the future of the Republican Party, the importance of the 2026 midterm elections, and what ordinary citizens can do to defend democracy before it's too late.Whether you agree with Stewart's analysis or not, this is a fascinating conversation about power, ideology, and the future of one of the world's most influential democracies. Katherine Stewart's books: • Money, Lies and God: Inside the Movement to Destroy American Democracy – https://katherinestewart.me/books/money-lies-and-god/ • The Power Worshippers – https://katherinestewart.me • Katherine Stewart's website – https://katherinestewart.meSupport the show