On this episode of Our American Stories Thomas Jefferson took huge steps toward the American life and frame of mind built since his time One of these steps was toward the West Support the show https www ouramericanstories com donate See omnystudio com listener for privacy information [... more]

On this episode of Our American Stories President of Hillsdale College Dr Larry Arnn tells the story of our fourth president James Madison Support the show https www ouramericanstories com donate See omnystudio com listener for privacy information [... more]

On this episode of Our American Stories President of Hillsdale College Dr Larry Arnn tells the story of our fourth president James Madison Support the show https www ouramericanstories com donate See omnystudio com listener for privacy information [... more]

On this episode of Our American Stories Religious persecution had become the norm by the time of the American Revolution It took the unorthodox Thomas Jefferson and Christian Fundamentalists to bring about a change Support the show https www ouramericanstories com donate See omnystudio com listener for privacy information [... more]

On this episode of Our American Stories Thomas Jefferson is often known for championing religious freedom in our nation's infancy but not many people know about how a preacher thanked him in the most unusual way Support the show https www ouramericanstories com donate See omnystudio com listener for privacy information [... more]

On this episode of Our American Stories when Apple founder Steve Jobs unveiled the first iPhone to the public in he used multiple iPhones If one crashed or had another issue he secretly swapped it for another one He had to show off a specific set of functions in a certain order called the golden path But way back in another young inventor named Eli Whitney already known for his invention of the cotton gin in seized an opportunity to try to make his fortune Here to tell the story is Ashley Hlebinsky Ashley is the former co-host of Discovery [... more]

On this episode of Our American Stories Dr Larry Arnn tells the story of our fourth president James Madison Support the show https www ouramericanstories com donate See omnystudio com listener for privacy information [... more]

On this episode of Our American Stories religious persecution had become the norm by the time of the American Revolution It took the unorthodox Thomas Jefferson and Christian Fundamentalists to bring about a change Support the show https www ouramericanstories com donate See omny fm listener for privacy information [... more]

A cockroach is the star of the Met Gala Cities are starting to ban gas powered leaf blowers Thomas Jefferson University CEO stalked an employer's Twitter likes from anti-vax content Please visit our great sponsors Patriothttps patriots comUse code DANA to save off your first purchase Black Rifle Coffeehttps blackriflecoffee com danaUse code DANA at checkout for off Good Ranchershttps goodranchers com marchSubscribe today for FREE Bacon in every box for a year with code Dana Use the same code to save an additional Hillsdalehttps danaforhillsdale comJoin the battle over education for our country's future at www danaforhillsdale comKelTechttps KelTecWeapons [... more]

Migrants overwhelm the Southern Border as Title expires in days Dana addresses the wrongful criticism of Fox News' decision to choose Lawrence Jones as a fill-in for Tucker Carlson The media tries to write misleading headlines to avoid discussing the illegal migrant murderer's criminal history Carrie Severino joins us to discuss DeSantis' law on capital punishment for child rapists A cockroach is the star of the Met Gala Cities are starting to ban gas powered leaf blowers A woman testifying to the Louisiana House of Reps says that she knew her daughter was actually a boy because her food choices [... more]

On this episode of Our American Stories when Apple founder Steve Jobs unveiled the first iPhone to the public in he used multiple iPhones If one crashed or had another issue he secretly swapped it for another one He had to show off a specific set of functions in a certain order called the golden path But way back in another young inventor named Eli Whitney already known for his invention of the cotton gin in seized an opportunity to try to make his fortune Here to tell the story is Ashley Hlebinsky Ashley is the former co-host of Discovery [... more]

On this episode of Our American Stories Stephen Ambrose shares some stories from his New York Times bestseller Undaunted Courage Meriwether Lewis Thomas Jefferson and the Opening of the American West Support the show https www ouramericanstories com donate See omnystudio com listener for privacy information [... more]

On this episode of Our American Stories Dr Larry Arnn President of Hillsdale College tells the story of our fourth President Support the show https www ouramericanstories com donate See omnystudio com listener for privacy information [... more]

On this episode of Our American Stories Thomas Jefferson is often known for championing religious freedom in our nation's infancy but not many people know about how a preacher thanked him in the most unusual way Support the show https www ouramericanstories com donate See omnystudio com listener for privacy information [... more]

On this episode of Our American Stories when Apple founder Steve Jobs unveiled the first iPhone to the public in he used multiple iPhones If one crashed or had another issue he secretly swapped it for another one He had to show off a specific set of functions in a certain order called the golden path But way back in another young inventor named Eli Whitney already known for his invention of the cotton gin in seized an opportunity to try to make his fortune Support the show https www ouramericanstories com donate See omnystudio com listener for privacy information [... more]

The midterm elections are right around the corner Discussing the role of the Church in Government Alex sits down with write-in candidate for North Carolina Senate Alvin Robinson to hear why he decided to get involved in politics With nearly two decades of public safety service to his name Alvin was fired from two careers after refusing to receive the Covid vaccine Instead of complaining about the wrongs done to him by a corrupt government overreach Alvin decided to use his passion and run for office in order to effectively create change Tune in to hear more about the upcoming [... more]

On this episode of Our American Stories Thomas Jefferson's impact on our country cannot be overstated He fought for religious liberty states rights and the expansion and strengthening of America as a up-and-coming nation His legacy is memorialized in many locations across the country not the least of which his own residence in Charlottesville Virginia Monticello Support the show https www ouramericanstories com donate See omnystudio com listener for privacy information [... more]

On this episode of Our American Stories Stephen Ambrose shares some stories from his New York Times bestseller Undaunted Courage Meriwether Lewis Thomas Jefferson and the Opening of the American West Support the show https www ouramericanstories com donate See omnystudio com listener for privacy information [... more]

With midterm elections just around the corner it's important for believers to understand why voting is so crucial On this episode of the Alex McFarland Show Alex is joined by Gary Harris the Dean of Students at East Rankin Academy The two discuss the history of our republic and god-given freedoms the significance of the electoral college and how it works and why it's of vital importance to our country that all Christians exercise their right to vote Alex McFarlandAsk Alex OnlineAlex McFarland at The CoveThe Toughest Questions Your Kids Will Ask about Christianity alex alexmcfarland combooking alexmcfarland com [... more]

On this episode of Our American Stories George Washington is remembered in our history books our nation's capital and the values Americans still esteem today He can often seem more marble than mortal Woody Holton brings us the story of Washington wasn't always the man we celebrate today as well as how he became the hero we know him as Support the show https www ouramericanstories com donate See omnystudio com listener for privacy information [... more]

Dr David Wurmser Islam has one agenda and even they do not agree and there is no peace in their own lands Israel and the US must stand together against the aggression of Iran and the nuclear armament of that country Tom McHale ACRU discusses the assault on our constitution and what constitution day celebrates Our founders were devout Christians and in fact the constitutional convention would have been started with prayer but they could not afford to hire a Minister to open with prayer [... more]

On this episode of Our American Stories Dr Larry Arnn President of Hillsdale College tells the story of our fourth President the main hailed as the Father of the Constitution for his pivotal role in drafting and promoting the Constitution of the United States and the Bill of Rights Support the show https www ouramericanstories com donate See omnystudio com listener for privacy information [... more]

On this episode of Our American Stories Vince Benedetto founder of Bold Gold Media Group tells the story of the Cooper Union address-the greatest speech of Lincoln's that Americans have never heard and the speech that made him President Support the show https www ouramericanstories com donate See omnystudio com listener for privacy information [... more]

On this episode of Our American Stories Thomas Jefferson is often known for championing religious freedom in our nation's infancy but not many people know about how a preacher thanked him in the most unusual way Support the show https www ouramericanstories com donate See omnystudio com listener for privacy information [... more]

On this episode of Our American Stories Vince Benedetto founder of Bold Gold Media Group tells the story of the Cooper Union address-the greatest speech of Lincoln's that Americans have never heard and the speech that made him President Also Mariam Ibraheem is a mother who lives in Virginia but her story begins in Sudan with a death sentence Support the show https www ouramericanstories com donate Time Codes - Lincoln's Greatest Speech Americans Have Never Heard - One Mother's Escape From A Sudanese Death Sentence to AmericaSee omnystudio com listener for privacy information [... more]

On this episode of Our American Stories during the Revolutionary War Esther Reed decided the Patriot troops needed a morale boost Reed along with other Patriot Women began a campaign to raise money for the cause When she brought her idea to General Washington he had another idea of what she should do with the money At a time when women were only expected to fire up the oven Annie Oakley fired her way to fame as the world's greatest sharpshooter In her personal life she was a sharpshooter as well She was devoted to both her marriage and to [... more]

Two hundred and fifty years ago Thomas Jefferson penned the phrase all men are created equal In this program guest teacher John Dickerson continues his series Jesus Skeptic He'll reflect on the ways Christians fought for human rights throughout history and how the equality we enjoy today is a product of their convictions [... more]

David Shestokas - Our founders created a Constitutional Republic meaning Representative June Richard Henry Lee Resolution for Independence Founders laid their lives on the line Thomas Jefferson legislation was designed to end slavery Jefferson Virginia Constitution not adopted which led to Civil War Northwest Ordinance abolished slavery in northern territories [... more]

On today's episode of the Alex McFarland show Alex sits down with writer and video producer Dr Jerry Newcombe as they discuss Dr Newcombe's latest work The Road to Independence The documentary released in July provides viewers with an in-depth understanding of how Christianity shaped America Dr Newcombe gives listeners a sneak-peak of what the documentary will cover in greater depth Alex McFarland Providence Forum D James Kennedy Ministries George Washington's Sacred Fire book What if Jesus Had Never Been Born Book The Road to Independence Documentary Forged in Faith Book Mecklenburg Declaration Truth amp Liberty Coalition Family Policy Alliance [... more]

On this episode of Our American Stories author Andrew Thompson nbsp shares another slice from his ultimate guide to understanding these baffling mini mysteries of the English language tells us about the museum in Somerville Massachusetts with a collection of over examples of bad art Bill Bryk tells the story of America's first practical politician Aaron Burr in a tale of skill bravery honor deception and memory Support the show https www ouramericanstories com donate nbsp Time Codes - The Wonderful Origins of Everyday Expressions - The Museum Dedicated to Bad Art - The Opportunistic PatriotSee omnystudio com listener for [... more]

On this episode of Our American Stories Joy Neal Kidney shares the story of her old upright piano that was passed down to her from her mother Harlow Giles Unger New York Times bestselling author of twenty-eight books tells us how Dr Benjamin Rush is known as the Father of Psychiatry the Army Medical Corps Veterinary Care and biblically-taught Public Schools Support the show https www ouramericanstories com donate nbsp Time Codes nbsp - The Memories Behind That Old Upright Piano - The Father of American Psychiatry See omnystudio com listener for privacy information [... more]

On this episode of Our American Stories Jackson McQuigg nbsp of the Atlanta History Center nbsp tells the story of the principle pursuit nbsp locomotive of the Great Railroad Chase but the story goes much deeper than just that Bill Bryk tells the story of America's first practical politician Aaron Burr in a tale of skill bravery honor deception and memory Support the show https www ouramericanstories com donate nbsp See omnystudio com listener for privacy information [... more]

Aaron Burr anxiously awaited the result of the tie-breaking vote from the US House of Representatives Deadlocked with Thomas Jefferson in the race for the presidency Burr had reason to believe that the House would declare him the winner However he lost and bitterness gnawed at his soul Nurturing grievances against Alexander Hamilton for not supporting his candidacy Burr killed Hamilton in a gun duel less than four years later Outraged by the killing his country turned its back on him and Burr died a dour old man Political power plays are a tragic part of history When King David [... more]

Today on PowerPoint Pastor Jack Graham closes out the Dare to Believe series In a message titled Faith and Freedom Pastor Graham tells us it is time to cry out to God to repent and to return to God We need a spiritual revolution in this nation he says and it's called revival [... more]

When God fights for His people victory is assured Today R C Sproul examines what we learn from the Lord's miraculous rescue during Israel' battle against the five kings at Gibeon Get 'Book of Joshua' CD with R C Sproul for Your Gift of Any Amount https gift renewingyourmind org book-joshua Don't forget to make RenewingYourMind org your home for daily in-depth Bible study and Christian resources [... more]

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Over the past month over statues and monuments depicting American history from Christopher Columbus to Confederate-era figures to founders like George Washington have been torn down or defaced by vandals or removed by local governments all over the U S Why Because those with a leftist worldview believe that America was established illegitimately and then founded and built by white supremacist slave owners These lies are now commonplace in the educational system thanks to deconstructionist Marxist historians like Howard Zinn listen to recent program on Zinn here Destroying American history in an attempt to blow up the system is troubling [... more]

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Gov Roy Cooper recommends average percent public school teacher pay raises and a billion bond package in his latest budget plan Joseph Coletti John Locke Foundation senior fellow analyzes Cooper's proposals and highlights key pros and cons George Washington Thomas Jefferson and Alexander Hamilton garner more attention but James Wilson also played a significant role as an American Founder Jim Zink associate professor N C State University has studied Wilson's impact on the U S Constitution Zink shares details of his research State Treasurer Dale Folwell is running into opposition as he tries to change the prices the State Health [... more]

N C lawmakers have approved an additional million for relief from damage inflicted by Hurricane Florence That total exceeded the amount Gov Roy Cooper requested and the relief package earned unanimous support within the General Assembly Becki Gray John Locke Foundation senior vice president analyzes key aspects of the relief package Governments tend to like imposing sin taxes on items like alcohol and tobacco But a new book titled For Your Own Good explores the potential negative consequences of sin taxes and other selective taxes that target disfavored groups Co-editor Todd Nesbit assistant professor of economics at Ball State University [... more]

Gov Roy Cooper is one of just two Southern governors and eight nationwide to earn F grades in the libertarian Cato Institute's latest Fiscal Report Card for America's Governors Cooper earns this failing grade despite the fact that other measures tout North Carolina's strong economy and fiscal health Chris Edwards editor of Cato's DownsizingGovernment org explains why North Carolina's chief executive deserves such low marks School choice faces a number of attacks from critics One of the most common criticisms involves standards at private schools that see increased enrollment thanks to school voucher programs Matthew Ladner senior research fellow at [... more]

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N C legislators returned to Raleigh for the first of what they expect to be multiple sessions linked to Hurricane Florence disaster relief In addition to a million disaster relief fund lawmakers unanimously supported legislation targeting schools state matches for federal disaster funding even mosquitoes Rick Henderson Carolina Journal editor-in-chief assesses lawmakers' initial responses to the hurricane North Carolina's Robert Shibley executive director of the Foundation for Individual Rights in Education recently took part in a U S Justice Department forum addressing free speech on college campuses Shibley discussed recent improvements in campus speech codes He also identified ongoing challenges [... more]

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As we welcome a new year Carolina Journal Radio reviews some of the most interesting topics from Politically active corporate CEOs made news during the past year In some cases the political activism could mean bad news for the corporate bottom line Jon Pritchett John Locke Foundation senior vice president argued in a co-authored Wall Street Journal column that corporate shareholders negatively affected by a CEO's activism should be able to take legal action He explains why Some pundits and politicians worry about the American trade deficit Donald Boudreaux professor of economics at George Mason University says those worries are [... more]

Recent Hometown Debates sponsored by the Institute of Political Leadership in Rocky Mount Burlington and Newton highlighted key points of debate involving N C public education Terry Stoops the John Locke Foundation's vice president for research served as a panelist in each debate He summarizes his arguments related to the state's role in local school construction school choice accountability and teacher pay The th-century English philosopher John Locke is known for his influence on the American Founders' political principles Duke University professor Michael Munger says Locke also could be dubbed the first modern economist Munger points to a little-known Locke [... more]

North Carolina moves up to No in the Tax Foundation's latest ranking of states' business tax climates Before comprehensive tax reform launched in the Tar Heel State's ranking languished in the s Roy Cordato John Locke Foundation senior economist and resident scholar discusses the reasons for the improvement Cordato also outlines some top priorities for federal tax reform Free speech will get additional attention and protection on N C public college campuses That's thanks to the Campus Free Speech Act state lawmakers approved this year Jenna Robinson president of the James G Martin Center for Academic Renewal explains why this [... more]

The N C Department of Transportation believes enough people will want to pay apiece for pedestrian-only access to Ocracoke Island to justify a million passenger ferry program Carolina Journal's latest cover story examines the DOT Ferry Division's plan Editor-in-Chief Rick Henderson discusses the proposal and its potential impact Like it or not popularity plays a key role in our lives Mitch Prinstein professor of psychology at UNC-Chapel Hill explores that role in the book Popular The Power of Likability in a Status-Obsessed World Prinstein distinguishes between two different types of popularity He explains why it's better for us to person [... more]

High Point plans to move forward with a taxpayer-funded downtown baseball stadium despite concerns from some Guilford County commissioners Julie Tisdale John Locke Foundation city and county policy analyst analyzes the latest developments in the debate over devoting tax dollars to baseball in the Triad city Division and debate cropped up to a greater degree than normal in a recent meeting of the University of North Carolina system's Board of Governors The fractious meeting had been sparked by concerns over the way board leaders and system President Margaret Spellings handled a controversy surrounding the Chapel Hill campus's Silent Sam Confederate [... more]

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