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Feb 25
31m 54s

Religious Freedom

ALLIANCE OF CONFESSING EVANGELICALS
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In this episode of Mortification of Spin, Carl and Todd welcome Ryan Anderson, president of the Ethics and Public Policy Center, to discuss the critical topic of religious freedom in America. As the nation grapples with challenges to this fundamental right, they delve into its historical context, the implications of recent political climates, and the interse ... Show More
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