# Michelle Obama's Manhood, Washington's Prayer at Valley Forge, and the Gospels

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Published: 2026-06-24T16:51:00+00:00
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Duration seconds: 269

## Resource

Ronald A. Lindsay explores how myths, legends, and misinformation become attached to prominent figures, comparing modern conspiracy theories about public figures and historical myths about George Washington to the legendary development of the Gospel narratives about Jesus. He argues that beliefs are often shaped more by emotion, ideology, and storytelling than by historical evidence or factual accuracy. Read this article and find accompanying references at: https://secularhumanism.org/exclusive/michelle-obamas-manhood-washingtons-prayer-at-valley-forge-and-the-gospels/ About the Author: Ronald A. Lindsay is the former president and CEO of the Center for Inquiry, recent interim general counsel for CFI, and editor of Free Inquiry magazine. Subscribe to Free Inquiry: https://secularhumanism.org/subscribe/

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