USA Women Shouldn't Be Allowed to Vote? Hegseth's Video Sparks Fury!

[CharlieH]

 

 

Progressive evangelical group says ideas shared by pastors and amplified by defense secretary are ‘very disturbing

 

 

A video shared by US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has ignited widespread outrage, as it features several pastors advocating for the controversial idea that women should no longer have voting rights. This sentiment, part of a CNN segment, involves discussions by Christian nationalists including Pastor Doug Wilson.

Wilson, a co-founder of the Communion of Reformed Evangelical Churches (CREC) based in Idaho, expresses his desire for America and ideally the worl to be Christian-led. Another pastor, Toby Sumpter, envisions a voting structure where decisions are made at the household level, typically led by men after a family discussion. A woman in the segment supports this, recognizing her husband as the head of the household and agreeing to submit to him.

 

Hegseth's repost included the line: "All of Christ for All of Life." The video further details Wilson's belief that women should neither lead in the military nor take on prominent combat roles. Pentagon spokesperson Sean Parnell confirmed Hegseth’s connection to the CREC and his appreciation for Wilson’s teachings. Reports indicate that Hegseth attended the church’s inaugural service in Washington.

 

The progressive evangelical group Vote Common Good voiced strong concerns. Doug Pagitt, their executive director, criticized Hegseth for promoting fringe Christian views. He found it particularly disturbing that such ideas, considered outdated by many, were being amplified by someone in Hegseth’s position.

This repost comes against the backdrop of the Trump administration's push for Christian nationalism. This initiative has included re-establishing ties with the Christian right and creating a federal taskforce to address alleged "anti-Christian bias." Earlier in the year, a White House faith office was established, aiming to influence policies related to religious biases.

 

Hegseth’s religious activities have extended into the Pentagon, where he invited his pastor, Brooks Potteiger, to lead prayer services. Such events, held during work hours, have sparked debate about their appropriateness. Employees received invitations via government emails, highlighting the blurred lines between personal faith and state responsibilities.

 

The US Constitution’s first amendment ensures that there is no established state religion. However, interpretations of this have been contentious, leading to ongoing debates about the intersection of governance and religious practice.

 

As these discussions unfold, the backlash underscores the tension between advocating for religious beliefs and upholding democratic rights. The video shared by Hegseth serves as a catalyst for broader discourse on the role and influence of religion in public life and governance.

 

 

 

  Adapted by ASEAN Now from The Guardian 2025-08-10

 

[Chomper Higgot]

Like who never saw this coming?!

[billd766]

These ignoramuses don't seem to understand that without women they wouldn't even be born, Some of them never should nave been born anyway and Hegseth is one prime example. A disaster on legs in power.

[transam]

He knows he's on the same thought level as his boss.............

[WayWokeWhiteGuy]

Hegseth is a rapist  and should be in jail with his pedo master.