This defensive posture suggested a movement that feels under siege from both external political forces and internal fragmentation.Religious and cultural identity remained at the forefront of the CPAC experience. Evangelist Franklin Graham described the current era as a "critical time" for the country and led the audience in prayer for the nation’s leadership. The intersection of faith and politics continues to be a driving force for many CPAC attendees, who view the current administration’s struggle in Iran and its battles at home through a biblical or moral lens.
