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Making History in the Presidential Race

With Barack Obama officially receiving his party’s nomination and the announcement of Sarah Palin as John McCain’s running mate, presidential history has seen some significant milestones in 2008. On today’s program, Dr. Mohler considers the historical perspective and asks listeners to what extent these historic “firsts” will influence their vote.

Is It Time for Universal Preschool?

Barack Obama has made his proposal for universal preschool a central plank in his campaign. However, in a recent article in the Wall Street Journal, Shikha Dalmia and Lisa Snell argue that proposals like Sen. Obama’s are not only economically problematic, but also pose a threat to the education of young children. On today’s program,…

Paying Attention to the Democratic National Convention

As Democrats gather in Denver for their party’s convention, Dr. Mohler and guest Russell Moore analyze the issues and questions surrounding the week’s events. The proposed party platform is of particular interest and worthy of honest discussion. Christian families should take this as an opportunity to teach their children how a Christian worldview intersects with…

Paying Attention to the Democratic National Convention

As Democrats gather in Denver for their party’s convention, Dr. Mohler and guest Russell Moore analyze the issues and questions surrounding the week’s events. The proposed party platform is of particular interest and worthy of honest discussion. Christian families should take this as an opportunity to teach their children how a Christian worldview intersects with…

Analyzing the Saddleback Civil Forum

Saturday night’s civil forum at Saddleback Church has caused a lot of discussion about the interaction between pastor Rick Warren and presidential candidates Barack Obama and John McCain. On today’s program, Dr. Mohler examines much of what was said (as well as what was left unsaid.) and what it tells us of the developing presidential…

Please . . . Get a New Word

Books on political affairs and current events come regularly and many pack a partisan punch. This is especially true in the intense political season of a presidential campaign. Publishers have been releasing title after title into the political torrent.

Please . . . Get a New Word

Books on political affairs and current events come regularly and many pack a partisan punch. This is especially true in the intense political season of a presidential campaign. Publishers have been releasing title after title into the political torrent.

The Strange Persistence of Moral Sanity

The fall of yet another politician in a sex scandal has added a note of Schadenfreude to the political season. Coming so quickly after the fall of former New York Governor Elliot Spitzer, the admission by former Senator John Edwards of an affair during his presidential campaign seemed to catch many observers off-guard.
One interesting aspect…

Does the Veep Matter?

Will evangelical voters be influenced by who John McCain or Barack Obama choose as their running mates? Are there any issues that could make or break the evangelical vote? On today’s program, guest host Russell Moore welcomes Richard Land and Marvin Olasky for a conversation about all of the rumors surrounding the Vice Presidential selection…

Election 2008, A “Focus on the Family” Broadcast

I was honored to be with Dr. James Dobson for a special broadcast of his “Focus on the Family Action” radio program. The program aired July 21 and has made news around the world. I appreciated Dr. Dobson’s invitation, greatly enjoyed the conversation, and encourage you all to listen to the program, available here. Write and let me know what you think.


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“The Lady’s Not for Turning” — Margaret Thatcher and the Leadership of Conviction

Margaret Thatcher, one of the most significant leaders of the 20th century, died yesterday at age 87. A model of convictional leadership, Margaret Thatcher became almost universally known as Britain’s “Iron Lady.” In May 1979, Margaret Thatcher moved into No. 10 Downing Street and changed the course of British history. Beyond this, Lady Thatcher changed the terms of debate on both sides of the Atlantic and left a legacy of leadership that should inspire generations to come.

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“And Them That Mourn” — Celebrating Christmas in the Face of Grief and Death

Families across the Christian world are gathering for Christmas even now, with caravans of cars and planeloads of passengers headed to hearth and home. Christmas comes once again, filled with the joy, expectation, and sentiment of the season. It is a time for children, who fill homes with energy, excitement, and sheer joy. And it is a time for the aged, who cherish Christmas memories drawn from decades of Christmas celebrations. Even in an age of mobility, families do their best to gather as extended clans, drawn by the call of Christmas.

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The Briefing, Wednesday, October 31, 2012

TODAY: Hurricane Sandy turns deadly, a moral crisis for The New York Times, a failed argument for medical marijuana, and the United Nations calls for decriminalizing prostitution and renaming it “sex work.” I discuss all these in today’s edition of The Briefing: A Daily Analysis of News and Events from a Christian Worldview.

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The Briefing, Tuesday, October 30, 2012

TODAY: Hurricane Sandy slams into the Northeastern Atlantic coastline, Halloween turns grisly for children, some churches push “Souls to the Polls,” and Thomas Friedman tries to redefine “pro-life.” I discuss all these in today’s edition of The Briefing: A Daily Analysis of News and Events from a Christian Worldview.

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