This, Tisby says, is another way the flag’s message can be co-opted by Christian nationalists. “This is why the Appeal to Heaven flag is also a symbol of White Christian nationalism ...

This is called the Trinity: God, the Father in Heaven, Jesus who was God in ... The cross is the symbol of Christianity. Jesus Christ was executed by the Romans and died by being crucified on ...

“The Appeal to Heaven flag is a critical, important part of American history. It’s something that I’ve always revered since I’ve been a young man.” He added: “People misuse our symbols ...