Good Faith Adam Kinzinger Defends Democracy and Embraces Biblical Hope
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Feb 1, 2025 
Adam Kinzinger, a former Congressman known for his courage in challenging party norms, discusses the urgent need for principled leadership in a time of political turmoil. He highlights the dangers of Donald Trump's pardons and their threat to democracy. Kinzinger reflects on his personal journey, emphasizing moral integrity and the importance of character over party loyalty. He advocates for a faith-driven approach to democracy, while navigating his own shifting political identity in a rapidly changing landscape.
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Tillis and the Pardons
- Adam Kinzinger recounts Tom Tillis's questioning of Pam Bondi about potential January 6th pardons.
- Tillis dismissed the idea as ludicrous, only for Trump to issue the pardons days later.
Chilling Message of Pardons
- Pardoning the January 6th rioters sends a dangerous message of impunity for political violence.
- This erodes the safeguards that protect democracy and the rule of law.
Deconstructing Faith
- Kinzinger's deconstruction of his faith allowed him to separate politics from faith.
- He realized his political stances could differ from his party's without compromising his faith.