UNITED STATES - FEBRUARY 25: Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene, R-Ga., conducts a news conference with ... [+] members of the House Freedom Caucus outside the Capitol to oppose the Equality Act, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, gender identity, and sexual orientation, on Thursday February 25, 2021. TangentThe term “Anglo-Saxon” has become increasingly controversial, particularly in academia, due to the adoption of the term and its symbology by white supremacists. A medieval studies group originally called the International Society of Anglo Saxonists even changed its name in 2019 after a member alleged it emboldens white supremacy. Chief Critic“As a Congressman of Anglo-Saxon heritage, let me be the first to decline to join this White Nationalism Caucus,” tweeted Rep. Eric Swalwell (D-Calif.). Key BackgroundGreene and Gosar are also members of the House Freedom Caucus, which has adopted rogue tactics in recent weeks, such as attempting to slow the passage of the $1.9 trillion coronavirus relief bill.

Source: Forbes April 16, 2021 18:32 UTC