Appeal to Heaven Flag Flown Outside Alito's Beach Home
Historical Symbol of Colonial Struggles Now Associated with Christian Nationalism
An Appeal to Heaven flag, a symbol of Christian nationalism and the militant arm of the movement, was flown outside Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito's beach house last summer.
The flag, which bears the words "An Appeal to Heaven" atop a white field, has its origins in the colonial era. During the American Revolution, it was carried by some colonists who believed that God was on their side in their fight for independence from Great Britain.
In recent years, the Appeal to Heaven flag has been adopted by Christian nationalists, who believe that the United States is a Christian nation and that its laws should be based on biblical principles. The flag has also been flown by white supremacists and other far-right groups.
The fact that Alito, a conservative justice who has been criticized for his ties to Christian nationalist groups, flew the Appeal to Heaven flag outside his home has raised concerns among some observers.
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