Federalist Radio Hour ‘For Christ And Country’: Charlie Kirk And The Spiritual Battle For America’s Soul
Jan 9, 2026
Drew Allen Thomas, author of For Christ and Country, joins to discuss Charlie Kirk's profound impact on faith and politics. He shares his emotional response to Kirk's martyrdom and its implications for Christians today. The conversation dives into the cultural challenges posed by radical leftism, Kirk's courage in facing hostile audiences, and the importance of free speech. Drew also reflects on personal transformation through faith and the urgency surrounding upcoming elections, emphasizing the need for continued engagement and activism.
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Personal Moment When News Broke
- Drew Allen Thomas describes where he was and how he learned of Charlie Kirk's death, comparing it emotionally to 9/11.
- He recounts the duality of parenting joy while grieving that Charlie's children lost their father forever.
Conflict Framed As God-Fearing Vs Godless
- Thomas argues the core clash is between the God-fearing and the godless, not merely left vs right.
- He ties left-wing moral relativism to a willingness to dismiss opponents and justify violence against them.
Rhetoric Can Lead To Real Violence
- Thomas claims leftist rhetoric and propaganda create a direct line to violence by demonizing opponents.
- He argues institutions skew data to portray extremism as originating on the right while ignoring left-wing violence.
