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Phil Christman
Writing professor at the University of Michigan and author of Why Christians Should Be Leftists, speaking about the compatibility of left-wing politics and Christianity.
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Sep 30, 2025
• 1h 7min
Ep 222: Why Christians Should Be Leftists with Phil Christman
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Join Phil Christman, a writing professor and author of Why Christians Should Be Leftists, as he explores the surprising connection between leftist politics and Christianity. He shares his journey through leftist thought, critiques the failures of the Christian right and the Democratic Party, and discusses how the Sermon on the Mount serves as a moral foundation for social justice. Phil also tackles capitalism's dangers, the value of meaningful work, and how Christians can engage constructively with political others, urging humility over ego.
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