Sociologist Andrew Whitehead defines Christian nationalism as "a cultural framework that is all about trying to advocate for a fusion between Christianity — as they define it — and American civic life." Christian nationalists played a role in electing Donald Trump as president in 2016, believing he was their only hope to keep America Christian, NPR reported. And symbols of Christian nationalism could be seen all over the attack on the Capitol on Jan. 6. Investigative journalist Katherine Stewart has called this ideology "one of Trump's most powerful weapons." She and other experts warn that Christian nationalism is only getting more mainstream and dangerous. We discuss the influence of Christian nationalism on American politics. Want to support 1A? Give to your local public radio station and subscribe to this podcast. Have questions? Find us on Twitter @1A.