The Briefing with Albert Mohler Thursday, August 14, 2025
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Aug 14, 2025 The discussion delves into President Trump’s crackdown on urban crime and homelessness in D.C., highlighting its implications for governance. It also tackles Texas's contentious gerrymandering battle, revealing the deepening divide in American politics. Finally, the conversation takes a humorous turn with the emergence of a ‘billion dollar smoothie’ craze in Los Angeles, contrasting extravagant consumer habits with broader societal issues. Together, these topics offer a unique lens on the cultural and political landscape shaping America today.
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Order Precedes Liberty
- R. Albert Mohler argues order is the first duty of government and that liberty depends on regulated order.
- He links biblical creation and historical examples to show disorder precedes suffering and loss of liberty.
Liberty Ideals vs. Practical Order
- Mohler contrasts liberal civil-libertarian ideals with the need for social order and policing.
- He warns that tolerating disorder can prompt demands for harsh order with dangerous consequences.
Neoconservative Crime Turn In The 1970s
- Mohler recounts the neoconservative shift in the 1970s when liberals became tougher on crime after being "mugged by reality."
- He cites James Q. Wilson and Rudy Giuliani applying broken-windows ideas to reduce crime.