Neo-confederate

The term neo-confederate describes a political and cultural movement based in the U.S. Southern states that is characterized by celebration of the history of the Confederate States of America (CSA) and support for the CSA's aims. Neo-confederate issues include states rights, such as nullification (in which state laws override federal laws), a "pro-confederate" view of history, particularly regarding the American Civil War, and support for traditional culture, including Christianity. Some groups in the movement support outright secession, while others focus on preserving heritage. The term "neo-confederate" can be considered a pejorative political epithet and its application to specific groups and individuals has caused controversy.

Related Topics:
U.S. Southern states - Confederate States of America - States rights - Nullification - American Civil War - Christianity - Secession - Political epithet

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The largest allleged "neo-confederate" group is the secessionist League of the South (LS). It claims to seek the "well-being and independence of the Southern people." http://www.dixienet.org/ A number of small political parties also call for secession, including the Southern Party and its offshoot, the Southern Independence Party.

Related Topics:
League of the South - Southern Party - Southern Independence Party

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The term is controversial when applied to groups and individuals that do not call for secession but are otherwise "pro-confederate" or alleged to be so. For example, the United Daughters of the Confederacy (UDC) and the Sons of Confederate Veterans (SCV), both long-standing Civil War genealogical associations, have both been called "neo-confederate" by some critics although neither group advocates secession.

Related Topics:
United Daughters of the Confederacy - Sons of Confederate Veterans - Genealogical

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