Back Quote by Anthea Butler
“Protestants attacked Catholics during the 1844 Nativist riots in Philadelphia. Guess what that was about? Anti-immigrant sentiment. Back then, it was the influx of Irish Catholics into the city. Now, it's Donald Trump clinging to a bygone notion of Protestant ascendancy and nativist sentiments, when mainline Protestantism is on the wane in the U.S.”
About This Quote
Source Lecture: “Nativist Riots and Modern Populism,” 2022
Historical anti‑immigrant violence mirrors today’s political rhetoric, showing persistent nativist attitudes.
In simple terms: Past and present nativism are linked.
Recognize and challenge nativist narratives.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- political campaigns
- community organizing
- education
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What drives modern nativism?
- How can inclusive narratives counter hate?
Complex causes beyond religion exist.