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Anti-Muslim propaganda film by Texas right-wingers seizes on San Antonio’s Alamo as central symbol
By Julianna Plewes at San Antonio Current (alt-weekly)
· July 10, 2026
· 1 min read
A dramatized execution scene opens the trailer to the movie Remember the Alamo: Don’t Sharia My Texas. An actor dressed as a terrorist gestures to a man on his knees as the words “The Peak of Islam Jihad” flash across the screen. “This American man must pay the price for America’s failure to surr...
Key takeaway An actor dressed as a terrorist gestures to a man on his knees as the words “The Peak of Islam Jihad” flash across the screen.
Why this matters in The San Antonio
The use of the Alamo as a central symbol in this anti-Muslim propaganda film raises concerns about the potential impact on San Antonio 's reputation and its ability to foster a welcoming environment for diverse communities. As a city that prides itself on its rich cultural heritage, San Antonio has long been a destination for tourists and a home for people from various backgrounds. By co-opting the Alamo, a revered Texas landmark, to promote a divisive and hateful message, the filmmakers risk damaging the city's inclusive image. This development may also spark renewed debate about the role of the Alamo in San Antonio's identity and how its history is represented and interpreted. Local leaders and residents will likely be watching closely to see how this film affects the city's social fabric and its relationships with Muslim and other minority communities.
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Category: parks ·
Published: July 10, 2026 ·
Source: San Antonio Current (alt-weekly) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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