America’s exceptionalism is rooted in its enduring telos: to serve as a moral force for good against evil, protecting the vulnerable and countering tyranny globally
Sean Patrick CalabriaSeptember 11, 2025
The Presbyterian Church in America’s new study committee on Christian Nationalism must address questions not only of historicity, but also practicality and relevance in contemporary America
Philip D. BunnJuly 24, 2025
Mark Amstutz’s new book argues that American Christians should recognize both the indispensability of the US for international stability and that it is in America’s interest to be a leader internationally
Bryan T. McGrawJune 3, 2025
The solidification of British national identity around Protestant piety, liberty, empire, and commerce played a significant yet under-discussed role in abolishing slavery
Eamonn BellinMarch 13, 2025
Samuel Huntington’s “Clash of Civilizations” thesis was regarded as highly controversial 30 years, yet decades later his claims have been vindicated
Robert NicholsonAugust 12, 2024
As military enlistments fall in the United States, policymakers ponder solutions to the recruitment and morality crisis.
Stanley SchwartzJuly 17, 2024
Although liberalism and nationalism are not often thought of together, liberal nationalism is a powerful force for nation-building.
Miles SmithJuly 15, 2024
Today marks the observance to two great national holidays that honor the heroes among us. Go out your way to thank a veteran and hug a Marine.
Marc LiVeccheNovember 10, 2023
Part I of Eric Patterson’s four part series on the Just War Tradition
Eric PattersonAugust 4, 2023