Jack Hibbs Podcast What Does It Mean To Be An American?
Oct 9, 2025
Rick Green, a former Texas state representative and founder of Patriot Academy, dives deep into the essence of American identity. He explores how the COVID era spurred civic engagement and reveals the foundational principles of the country rooted in a Judeo-Christian heritage. Green discusses the importance of combining faith and politics to preserve societal values and shares insights on training the youth for leadership roles. He also reflects on Donald Trump’s role in awakening national sentiment and advocates actionable ways to restore civic values in local communities.
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COVID Sparked A Massive Civic Awakening
- Patriot Academy grew 400% during COVID as people sought truth and solid ground.
- Rick Green credits the Bible and founding documents for meeting that hunger.
Founding Principles Are God‑Centered
- The Declaration of Independence anchors American liberty in moral truth and rights endowed by God.
- Rick Green says government exists to secure God-given rights, not grant them.
Train To Influence Local Politics
- Learn how the constitutional process works so you can influence school boards and legislatures effectively.
- Rick Green trains citizens to speak biblically and act practically in civic settings.
