Philosopher, theologian, and author Michael Novak argues that the Founders were much more religious than modern historians care to admit.
Novak says the Founders believed their countrymen could preserve the United States? republican form of government only with the help of their religious faith.
Novak discussed these themes Monday night during a Headliner presentation to the John Locke Foundation and the Ralph McInerny Center for Thomistic Studies. In the video clip below, Novak lays out one of his main themes.
Watch the entire 1:24:05 presentation below.
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