A Tik Tok video recently posted by University of North Georgia (UNG) student Kelbie Murphy, reacting with disbelief to a passage in one of her textbooks, has gone viral and is gaining worldwide attention.
The line in question defines “Christian Identity” not as a broad expression of faith but as a U.S.-based white supremacist movement.
UNG, meanwhile, issued the following statement concerning the issues raised by Murphy:
“We are aware of and understand the recent concerns raised about a passage in the textbook used in a senior-level public relations course. To be clear: the textbook is not describing Christians as white supremacists. The author’s reference is to the ‘Christian Identity Movement,’ a U.S.-based extremist group that misuses Christian symbols to promote hate. We recognize how this mention could be misinterpreted, and we are reviewing the matter. The University of North Georgia respects people of all beliefs and unequivocally rejects all forms of hate.”
The controversy over the book has been picked up by several national media organizations and at least one overseas publication The Times of India.