The Classical and Christian Origins of American Politics

JWI, with our co-sponsors, the Center for Religion Culture and Democracy at First Liberty Institute, and the Civitas Institute, present this webinar.

The webinar featured Justin Dyer and Kody Cooper discussing their upcoming book on the natural law influences of the American Founding. We were also joined by Jordan Ballor, in addition to a surprise appearance from JWI Founder and Director Hadley Arkes. Our Deputy Director Garrett Snedeker moderated the panel.

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