Hillary Clinton Criticizes White Men of Certain Religion, Sparks Conservative Backlash

Hillary Clinton sparked controversy with her remarks on MSNBC's "Morning Joe," where she criticized "White men of a certain persuasion, a certain religion, a certain point of view, a certain ideology" for causing damage to the United States and attempting to "turn the clock back" on progress. Her comments have drawn sharp backlash, particularly from conservatives and religious groups who view them as divisive and as targeting Christian white men. The criticism intensified in the aftermath of conservative activist Charlie Kirk's assassination, with some accusing Clinton of fueling political tensions and dehumanizing a segment of the population. Clinton also expressed concern about those on the right wanting to erase significant parts of American history, such as slavery and suffrage, from public memory. Family Research Council President Tony Perkins condemned her remarks as promoting a leftist ideology disconnected from truth, arguing that America has rejected that trajectory. The discourse reflects ongoing deep political and cultural divides in the United States, with Clinton's statements reigniting debates over identity, history, and political rhetoric.