ROOKE: New York Times Attempts To Explain Rise In Christianity Among Gen Z. The Piece Is As Terrible As You’d Think
October 13, 2025
The New York Times opinion section is at it again. This time, it explores the resurgence of conservative Christianity among Gen Z Americans and its implications for ongoing political polarization in the U.S.
Guest essay author Daniel K. Williams argued that, despite rising secularism among about one-third of Gen Z, there is a revival in conservative Christianity, which he sees as a response to post-Covid despair, a search for purpose, and charismatic influences. Williams worries that the intertwining of faith with right-wing politics emphasizes tribalism and spiritual conflict. He even goes as far as claiming that becoming a Christian and conservative could lead some to question democracy if their values don’t prevail through voting.
