The Libertarian Christian Podcast Is Embracing Diversity the Secret Ingredient to Creating a Libertarian Society? with Gary Chartier
LCP host Cody Cook welcomes Dr. Gary Chartier to discuss his book, Christianity and the Nation-State. Chartier, Distinguished Professor of Law and Business Ethics and Associate Dean of the Zapara School of Business at La Sierra University, challenges Christian nationalism and state authority, advocating for a pluralist, consensual political order rooted in radical consociationalism. He critiques both nationalist and center-left establishment views, proposing a society of overlapping voluntary networks rather than our current system of territorial monopolies on force. Drawing from medieval Europe’s fragmented authority, he envisions a libertarian society where diverse, overlapping identities can thrive without coercive state power. Chartier emphasizes cosmopolitanism–rejecting homogeneity while affirming equal moral standing–and argues that liberty fosters human flourishing without undermining Christian values. This thought-provoking conversation blends theology, ethics, and politics, offering fresh insights into how Christians can engage society without ruling it. Tune in to explore Chartier’s compelling vision for a freer, more diverse world—available at GaryChartier.net or wherever fine books are sold!
Books by Gary Chartier discussed in this episode:
Christianity and the Nation-State
The Conscience of an Anarchist
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