The Declaration of Independence: America’s Ancient Faith

Published Date: July 20, 2026 | Source: The Next Move: Older/Wiser Podcast with Linda Chavez | Topics: Constitutional Issues, Politics and Current Affairs


Examining the set of values that bind our nation together.

The Renew Democracy Initiative and The Next Move are excited to bring you Older/Wiser with Linda Chavez. Linda is a veteran of multiple presidential administrations, author, and columnist.

To commemorate America’s 250th, Linda speaks with Robert P. George, the McCormick professor of jurisprudence and director of the James Madison Program in American Ideals and Institutions at Princeton University. Linda and Robert discuss the legacy of the Declaration of Independence, its radical principles, and how it operates as an ancient faith uniting a country comprised of diverse ethnic and religious backgrounds.

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Religious Institutions and the Government

Published Date: June 24, 2016 | Source: The Wheatley Institution Podcast | Media Type: Podcast | Topics: Civil Rights and Liberties, Religion

Robert P. George, McCormick Chair in Jurisprudence, Princeton University, discusses America’s history and understanding of religious freedom. He goes into more detail speaking about the government’s role in religious institutions. George tackles questions in the discussion further diving into this topic.

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A Global Response to the Syrian Refugee Crisis, Opening remarks in a conversation with UN High Commissioner for Refugees António Guterres

Published Date: October 28, 2015 | Media Type: Video | Topics: Foreign Policy and International Affairs, Politics and Current Affairs

UN High Commissioner for Refugees António Guterres joined USCIRF Chairman Robert P. George and Vice Chair Eric P. Schwartz at the National Press Club to discuss the unprecedented Syrian displacement and humanitarian crisis and how the U.S. government, international partners, and faith communities can respond.

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