The future of liberty has never been more uncertain. While there remain many reasons for optimism, there is also cause for pessimism or even alarm. With experie...
Governor Mitch Daniels sits down with Vice President Mike Pence to discuss lessons in preserving freedom in the midst of a global pandemic, faith traditions and self-governance, DOGE, and January 6th.The Preservation of the Republic & Secular Society (13:42)Essential versus Overrated Personal Character (17:35)Reflections on COVID-19 (20:09)The Federal System, DOGE, & National Debt (31:29)Recalling January 6 (45:17)
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Charles Murray on Dignity and the American Dream
Governor Mitch Daniels and Charles Murray, the F.A. Hayek Emeritus Chair in Cultural Studies at the American Enterprise Institute discuss the changing landscape of achievement in America, the widening gap between classes, and the interplay of liberty, responsibility, and self-respect.Family Structure & Changing Social Culture (8:45)Baby Boomers & The New Upper Class (19:58)College Saturation & The Gifted’s Role in National Success (26:33)The Precipitous Drop in Religiosity (37:17)Finding Tocqueville’s America & The Future of Liberty (44:56)
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Yuval Levin on Hope and Politics in America
On this episode of The Future of Liberty, Governor Mitch Daniels and Yuval Levin explore the vital role of hope as an active virtue in sustaining a free society. They discuss the pressing need to rebuild trust, reconnect with one another, and form coalitions that transcend disagreement. The conversation delves into the enduring importance of the Constitution, the often-overlooked "everyday work" of Congress, and thoughtful ideas for reforming America’s political party system.Civil Discourse & Productive Disagreement (4:46)Majority Rule & Minority Rights (14:59)The Constitution as a Political Framework (21:56)Critiques & Institutional Change (31:54)Â
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Amity Shlaes on the Forgotten Lessons of the New Deal Era
Governor Mitch Daniels and historian Amity Shlaes discuss misconceptions about the Great Depression and the New Deal; reevaluate the reputations of Presidents Coolidge, Hoover, and FDR; and consider the idea of the Forgotten Man.The Government Playing God (2:21)Hoover, The Laissez-faire Champion (8:01)Crafty Politicians versus Committed Ideolouges (18:57)The Forgotten Man (31:33)Why Not Socialism and Youth (40:01)Â
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Niall Ferguson and the Lessons of History
Governor Mitch Daniels and renowned historian and author Sir Niall Ferguson discuss pressing current events including political polarization, the disturbing rise of violent antisemitic incidents, and the societal impact of aging populations. They also delve into the United States spending more on debt interest than on national security for the first time in history, the geopolitical threats and China's internal struggles, and a renewal of the U.S. national spirit with the emergence of new forms of American innovation and entrepreneurship.The reading ratio to understand and make history (2:02)Political polarization and woke culture (5:02)The new University of Austin (14:32)Gerontocracy and its impact on youth (21:30)Ferguson's Law on national debt and security (27:21)Â
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The future of liberty has never been more uncertain. While there remain many reasons for optimism, there is also cause for pessimism or even alarm. With experience in business, education, and politics, former Indiana governor and Purdue University president Mitch Daniels investigates the prospects for the future of liberty and more through conversations with prominent thinkers and leaders across diverse fields.
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