The Bulletin Racist Memes, Vance at the Olympics, Epstein Files, and the Vanishing Church
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Feb 10, 2026 
Ryan Burge, political scientist and statistician who studies religion and politics, discusses shifting religious trends. He talks about whether a real revival is happening, rising manosphere influence on young men, and how political polarization reshapes church composition. He also examines demographic aging, retention vs conversion, and small-group growth patterns.
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Racist Imagery And Political Accountability
- Depicting Black people as apes invokes a long-standing racist trope and should spark serious public outcry.
- Mike Cosper argues Trump's refusal to apologize reflects a pattern that enables this behavior rather than mitigating it.
Respond To Harm With Humility And Courage
- When you hear racist or dehumanizing remarks, name them and say they are not okay on behalf of your neighbor.
- Mike Cosper urges Christians to adopt humility and the Jesus Prayer as a corrective posture.
Allies React To Shifting U.S. Posture
- European booing of J.D. Vance reflects growing distrust of U.S. policy shifts and rhetoric since 2025.
- Mike Cosper ties this to broader anxieties about unpredictable U.S. alliances and defense commitments.
