# The Radical And Deeply Rooted History Of The Declaration Of Independence

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Podcast: [Federalist Radio Hour](https://stenobird.com/podcast/federalist-radio-hour-835351)
Published: 2026-07-03T12:00:03+00:00
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## Resource

On this edition of The Federalist Radio Hour , Dr. Bradley Birzer, Hillsdale College professor of history and Russell Amos Kirk chair in American Studies, joins Federalist Senior Elections Correspondent Matt Kittle to discuss the Declaration of Independence, the "radicalism" of the founders versus modern leftist radicalism, and what the founders would think of America today. You can find Dr. Birzer's new book, The Declaration of Independence: A Radical Experiment in Liberty , here . The Federalist Foundation is a nonprofit, and we depend entirely on our listeners and readers — not corporations. If you value fearless, independent journalism, please consider a tax-deductible gift today at TheFederalist.com/donate . Your support keeps us going.

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