Federalist Radio Hour Is The American Dream Still Alive?
Dec 2, 2025
Doug DeVos, an American businessman and chairman of the National Constitution Center, explores the essence of the American Dream. He argues that America is drifting away from its founding principles and stresses the importance of civic engagement. DeVos reflects on his father's book, 'Believe,' emphasizing accountability and free enterprise. He advocates for mandatory civics education and promotes balanced teaching of history. With a focus on the threats posed by internal disengagement, he calls for a recommitment to timeless constitutional values in the face of modern challenges.
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America Is An Ongoing Experiment
- America is an imperfect but improvable experiment that can drift from its founding principles.
- Reminding citizens of timeless principles restores course and renews national purpose.
Amway As A Story Of Opportunity
- Amway's name and origin reflect a belief everyone should have the chance to start a business.
- Rich DeVos and Jay Van Andel built Amway from Depression-era values into a vehicle for spreading entrepreneurial opportunity.
Talk More, Debate Better
- Engage citizens in conversation and civic education to strengthen democracy.
- Encourage curiosity, gather facts, and debate respectfully before forming civic decisions.
