

David French’s Top 5 Stories To Shape Your New Year
Dec 28, 2024
David French, a New York Times columnist, offers keen insights on pivotal stories for 2025. He tackles the implications of January 6 pardons, the potential impact of RFK Jr. in politics, and the evolving Republican stance on abortion. French discusses the distressing potential for mass deportations and the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. He emphasizes the necessity for wisdom and justice in navigating these complex issues, urging listeners to reflect on their role in advocating for the vulnerable and ensuring integrity in governance.
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Declining Political Interest
- American political interest has declined since 2020, impacting voter knowledge.
- Many voters are uninformed, creating distortions in the political process.
Character in Politics
- American politics relies heavily on character and an honor system, vulnerable to exploitation.
- Virtue can feel like a sucker's game if transgressions prosper, eroding societal morality.
Read News and Scripture
- Read news accounts alongside relevant scripture to process political realities.
- Reflect on Psalms and Proverbs addressing the lament of the wicked prospering.