What links Rowan Williams, Nigel Farage, Tommy Robinson, the Pride flag, and Dolly Parton?

What links Rowan Williams, Nigel Farage, Tommy Robinson, the Pride flag, and Dolly Parton?

27 Aug, 2026 • 5 min read

This week's news about Rowan Williams, Nigel Farage, Tommy Robinson, the Gay Pride flag, and Dolly Parton show us how confusing cultural Christianity can be.

Mike Judge

Mike Judge

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