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America is living through a time when public figures and politicians will do almost anything to win praise from new audiences. Nowhere is this more obvious than in the recent image of New York Governor Kathy Hochul wearing a hijab at a large Islamic gathering. For Christians who care deeply about faith, truth, and the moral direction of this nation, this is not just another passing news story. It is a symptom of a much deeper problem.
Leadership used to mean standing for something higher than yourself. It meant defending the values that made this country strong—faith in God, the importance of the family, and the belief that right and wrong are not determined by shifting polls or political ambition. Today, those foundations are under assault. We watch politicians like Governor Hochul proudly display the symbols of any faith, except the one that actually formed the bedrock of this country: Christianity.
A Christian worldview teaches that faith is not a prop to be worn when it is convenient. Faith is meant to be lived out every day, with conviction and courage, no matter who is watching. When a governor puts on a hijab for the cameras, while at the same time avoiding any open celebration of Christian faith in public life, it sends a message. It says that Christian values can be quietly pushed aside whenever it helps a politician appeal to a new group or grab the next headline.
Scripture is clear that we are called to honor God above men. In the book of Matthew, Jesus said, “But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things shall be added to you.” Our leaders should model this kind of integrity. America was built by men and women who were not ashamed to speak about Jesus Christ in the public square, who founded schools and communities on biblical principles, and who believed that true justice comes from God—not from government.
Today, those beliefs are ridiculed by the same leaders who eagerly embrace other religious customs when the moment suits them. Public displays of Christianity are treated as backward or offensive, while every other faith is highlighted as a sign of “tolerance” and “inclusion.” This double standard is not just unfair—it is a clear sign of a nation drifting away from its foundation.
For Christians, this is a call to action. We must demand leaders who honor God and have the moral backbone to stand for Christ, even when it is not popular. We need public servants who will pray without fear, defend the cross, and refuse to treat faith as a political costume. Authentic leadership is about truth and character, not applause.
Governor Hochul’s hijab photo is a reminder that America desperately needs a return to Christian values in politics. The soul of our country depends on it. We should never be afraid to say so.
