Steve Bannon’s WarRoom isn’t just a podcast/program; it’s a platform igniting a cultural and political movement. On Saturday’s WarRoom program, Bannon recommended two Vanity Fair features highlighting how his populist agenda integrates traditional Christian and Catholic values into a modern political framework and the WarRoom’s role in messaging these concepts. According to Bannon, this “political traditionalism” is a firm stand against what he sees as a decaying modern society. His words resonate globally, tapping into cultural shifts that challenge modern norms and globalist agendas.

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A Global Push for Traditional Values

Bannon frequently references global shifts towards traditionalism, drawing parallels between movements in the United States and similar trends abroad. For instance, in South Korea, a rising “trad-wife” movement champions a return to traditional family roles, rejecting modern social expectations. Bannon sees this trend as reflective of a wider global revival, a pushback against “post-industrial” values he argues have led to societal decay.

“We’re witnessing a return to foundational values,” he has noted, emphasizing that people worldwide are increasingly skeptical of modern ideologies that dismiss these traditions. This, he believes, is essential for rebuilding national identity and community values.

Ideological Influences: A Blend of Tradition and Critique

The ideological underpinnings of Bannon’s movement are as complex as they are controversial. In Inside the Secret, Strange Origins of Steve Bannon’s Nationalist Fantasia, author Joshua Green explores Bannon’s influences, from Catholic traditionalism to thinkers like René Guénon and Julius Evola. These figures, often associated with a return to spiritual roots and opposition to modern secularism, inspire Bannon’s critiques of globalism, migration, and liberalism. Guénon’s anti-modernist stance, which emphasizes a cyclical view of history, resonates with Bannon’s perspective that Western civilization is in decline.

Though Evola’s views often overlap with extremist ideologies, Bannon is careful to separate his movement from such associations, focusing on what he describes as “cultural and political nationalism.” He sees nationalism as a bulwark against a perceived erosion of Western identity.

From Trumpism to Global Populism

Bannon’s influence extends beyond the Trump administration. His War Room podcast serves as a rallying point for what he calls the "peasants” of the world—average people disillusioned with political elites and global finance. Through discussions on geopolitics, finance, and the "dollar empire,” Bannon critiques the existing world order, which he believes serves only the elite at the expense of national sovereignty and individual identity.

"Trump’s just one part of this,” Bannon argues, suggesting that the populist movement will endure regardless of Trump’s political future. His vision is a comprehensive critique of globalism, calling for a radical restructuring of international political and economic systems.

The NATO Summit and Bannon’s Opposition to Globalism

Bannon’s narrative also finds relevance in global events, such as NATO’s 75th-anniversary summit. He challenges the alliance’s unity, particularly over America’s role in global security. While NATO leaders strive to maintain a unified front amid challenges like Russia’s actions in Ukraine, Bannon and his allies argue that NATO’s expansion is a product of the very globalist policies they oppose.

For Bannon, NATO is part of an outdated "dollar empire” that weakens national identities. He contends that the American public is increasingly skeptical of global alliances that, in his view, prioritize elite interests over national well-being.

A Growing Movement for “Political Traditionalism”

Bannon’s rallying cry for a traditionalist revival resonates with Americans who feel left behind by modern ideologies. As he continues to critique globalism and push for "systemic change,” his movement gains traction among those disillusioned with establishment politics. Through his War Room, Bannon frames this struggle as more than political—it’s a cultural battle for the future of Western civilization.

Bannon’s influence may be polarizing, but his movement taps into a profound global sentiment: a desire to reclaim traditional values and national identity in an era of rapid modern change. Whether one agrees or disagrees, Bannon’s War Room has undeniably become a pivotal force in the ongoing debate between nationalism and globalism.

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For more context from Steve Bannon’s Saturday remarks, watch: 

"This Is Going To Be A Major Battle At Every Level.” Steve Bannon And Natalie Winters Predict Democrat 2028 Strategy pic.twitter.com/2HQRnVGsdW

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