Mark Dice, born Mark Allan Shouldice in 1977, is an American figure known for his work as a YouTuber, conservative political commentator, author, activist, and conspiracy theorist. He grew up in Wisconsin, graduating high school in 1997, and later earned a degree in Communication from California State University, San Marcos. Dice founded 'The Resistance,' a Christian activist group based in San Diego, which has engaged in boycotts and protests related to various social and cultural issues. He has authored books, including 'The Resistance Manifesto,' published under a pseudonym initially. Dice frequently shares his views on political matters and promotes various conspiracy theories through his online platforms. His commentary often focuses on perceived liberal biases in media and culture, and he has been involved in controversies related to his public statements and activism.

Mark Dice, whose birth name is Mark Allan Shouldice, was born on December 21, 1977. He spent his formative years in Union Grove, Wisconsin, where his father worked as a mechanical engineer and his mother was a high school teacher. After graduating from Union Grove High School in 1997, he initially pursued higher education at the University of Wisconsin–Milwaukee. In 1999, he relocated to Oceanside, California, and subsequently graduated from California State University, San Marcos, in 2004 with a Bachelor of Arts in Communication. During his senior year of high school, Dice published his first book, "Magic Memory," a guide focused on memory improvement techniques.

Dice is recognized as the founder of 'The Resistance,' a Christian activist organization based in San Diego, characterized by its firm stance on moral issues. In 2004, he launched TheResistanceManifesto.com under the pseudonym John Conner, a name seemingly inspired by the film 'The Terminator.' His writings were later published as 'The Resistance Manifesto,' with a 2008 edition crediting Mark Dice as the author. Dice hosted a radio talk show called 'Resistance Radio' and has led his group in boycotts, such as against Starbucks in 2008 due to its logo, which he described as inappropriate. He also expressed intentions to disrupt showings of the film 'Angels & Demons,' alleging it concealed the existence of the Illuminati.

Mark Dice is frequently described as a conservative conspiracy theorist who comments on a wide range of subjects. He has advocated for the destruction of the Georgia Guidestones, claiming they possess a 'deep Satanic origin' and are linked to the 'New World Order.' In 2008, he initiated 'Operation Inform the Soldiers' to send materials to U.S. troops in Iraq, aiming to expose 9/11 conspiracy theories. Dice has also promoted theories about Jade Helm 15, suggesting it was a prelude to martial law. He has linked celebrities like Jay-Z and Beyoncé to the Illuminati and Satanism, labeling Super Bowl halftime shows as 'elaborate Illuminati rituals.' In his political commentary, Dice often critiques 'liberal lunatics' and their media influence. He has spread claims regarding election fraud and has made controversial statements concerning social justice movements and public figures.

“The Starbucks logo has a naked woman on it with her legs spread like a prostitute […] It's extremely poor taste, and the company might as well call themselves Slutbucks.”

“The film 'Angels & Demons' is a fraud, aimed at covering up the existence of a secret society called the Illuminati.”

“The Georgia Guidestones have a deep Satanic origin and message, the New World Order is written all over them.”

“R. C. Christian belongs to a Luciferian secret society related to the New World Order.”

“Illuminati puppets. I call them Satanic skanks”