Christian Nationalist Pastor Advocates for Patriarchy and Repeal of 19th Amendment

Moscow, Idaho - A growing Christian nationalist movement led by Pastor Douglas Wilson is advocating for a patriarchal society and sparking debate over gender roles and political participation. Wilson, senior pastor of Christ Church, openly states his belief that women are primarily meant for biological reproduction and should not hold individual voting rights in his ideal Christian society. In interviews, Wilson explained his views on women's roles, stating, "Women are the kind of people that people come out of." When pressed by CNN's Pamela Brown on whether this meant women were merely vessels for babies, Wilson clarified that while biological reproduction doesn't require talent, a wife and mother is entrusted with the "eternal souls" of her children as the "chief executive of the home." Church members Josh and Amy Prince, who moved to Moscow, Idaho, to join Wilson's movement, shared their adherence to these principles. Josh Prince stated that while he and his wife are equal in grace, they have "very different purposes, God-given." Amy Prince affirmed, "He is the head of our household. Yes. And I do submit to him." She also indicated that major family decisions, such as moving, were ultimately her husband's. Wilson's fellow pastors, Jared Longshore and Toby Sumpter, echoed these sentiments, supporting the idea of household voting where the husband casts the vote after discussion with his family. Longshore explicitly stated he would support repealing the 19th Amendment, which granted women the right to vote, arguing that the "atomization" resulting from individual voting is "not good for humans." Progressive faith leader Reverend Jennifer Butler expressed significant concern over Wilson's increasing influence. "He is rapidly gaining in power. He has hundreds of churches established around the country," Butler stated, adding that they "literally want to take over towns and cities" and have access to the current administration. The report highlighted Wilson's connection to Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, who has publicly praised Wilson.

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