Natural Rights & Public Right in the American Founding | Prof. Charles Kesler

Prof. Charles Kesler discusses the influence of the Declaration of Independence on American politics, exploring interpretations, including natural rights and divine providence. He delves into the American founding era's views on human nature, equality, and civil society, contrasting them with philosophers like Spinoza and Locke. The podcast also covers the significance of natural rights, equality in society, and the moral weight of success in politics.