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Can America Survive Attacks on Its Judeo-Christian Roots? Historian Bill Federer Responds
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- Apr 16, 2026
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Summary
Historian and author Bill Federer and PragerU CEO Marissa Streit examine the Judeo-Christian roots of America’s founding. They discuss how the concept of self-government emerged from the Hebrew Bible, why the Christian Founders rejected monarchy in favor of a covenant, and why America’s system depends on the character and values of its people. Chapters: 00:00 — Is America a Judeo-Christian nation? Why the debate matters 02:07 — The Hebrew roots of self-government and the Mayflower Compact 06:39 — From kings to covenant: the radical idea behind America 11:09 — Religious diversity, tolerance, and the birth of liberty in the colonies 16:21 — What is a covenant—and why it requires faith and morality 19:19 — Jerusalem, Athens, and Rome: the intellectual roots of America 26:01 — The Bible’s influence on law, rights, and the Founders’ thinking 36:09 — “The people are the king”: responsibility in a self-governing nation 42:14 — Division, identity politics, and how nations are weakened from within 54:57 — Freedom, faith, and the future: can America sustain its covenant? Follow Marissa on social: https://www.instagram.com/marissastreit/ https://x.com/marissastreit https://www.linkedin.com/in/marissastreit/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices