What happens when 150 young patriotic Americans gather to learn the legislative process through a biblical worldview? At Patriot Academy, the answer comes alive as students from across the nation engage in committee work, floor debates, and deep discussions about America's founding principles.

Rick Green and Tim Barton welcome listeners to this special broadcast from Patriot Academy campus, where tomorrow's leaders are developing the skills needed to make a difference in their communities. The atmosphere crackles with curiosity as students step forward with thoughtful questions spanning from constitutional relevance to effective dialogue with non-believers.

When asked about the Constitution's modern relevance, Tim addresses a concerning trend even among conservative youth who question whether this foundational document is outdated. "Even a benevolent dictator is still not good," Tim explains, emphasizing how the Constitution's checks and balances protect liberty rather than hinder progress. This perspective offers a crucial counterpoint to those suggesting we should abandon constitutional constraints.

The discussion takes a profound turn when exploring how believers can engage respectfully with those who don't share their faith. Tim shares his approach: "Our goal is not to win the conversation, it's to win the person." By starting with the question "How do you determine right and wrong?" he creates a pathway to meaningful dialogue that respects the individual while introducing objective moral standards.

Perhaps the most illuminating segment examines how American education has dramatically shifted from its historical foundations. Early education built upon a sequence: religion, then morality, then knowledge. The 1647 "Old Deluder Satan Law" established schools primarily so children could read the Bible. This historical perspective challenges modern approaches that often separate moral foundations from knowledge acquisition.

Whether you're a parent concerned about education, a person of faith seeking better dialogue skills, or a patriot interested in constitutional principles, this episode offers wisdom for navigating today's complex cultural landscape. Listen now to be encouraged and equipped for principled leadership in your own sphere of influence.

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Today, we cover several uplifting developments across multiple fronts in the ongoing cultural battle for traditional values, religious freedom, and the sanctity of life.

The struggle to restore common sense to university campuses has yielded a stunning breakthrough with Columbia University agreeing to pay $200 million to the federal government following anti-Semitic incidents. After the Trump administration boldly withheld billions in federal funding from Ivy League institutions promoting radical ideologies, Columbia established new behavioral guidelines and even rescinded degrees from protestors who disrupted campus life with anti-Israel demonstrations. For those who assumed these elite institutions were untouchable, this reversal proves that principled pressure can succeed where political timidity has failed.

Perhaps most remarkable was the extraordinary medical achievement highlighting the false choice between a mother's life and her unborn child. When doctors discovered Lucy Isaac had ovarian cancer at 12 weeks pregnant, they performed a groundbreaking procedure—temporarily removing her womb while treating her cancer. Throughout a five-hour surgery, medical team members literally held her womb containing baby Rafferty, monitoring his heart rate and temperature with warm saline packs. This medical miracle allowed Lucy to continue her pregnancy and give birth to a healthy child, powerfully demonstrating that skilled physicians need not sacrifice one life to save another.

The legal landscape also shows promising shifts toward protecting religious freedom. A New York wedding photographer won her right to decline photographing same-sex weddings based on religious convictions, while the traditionally liberal Ninth Circuit Court ruled that Oregon cannot prevent a Christian mother from adopting children simply because she refuses to use inaccurate pronouns or take children to pride parades. Even in Great Britain, laws restricting public evangelism as "antisocial behavior" have been struck down, potentially signaling a renaissance of religious liberty in America's oldest ally.

What these victories share is their reliance on persistence, principle, and courage. After years—sometimes decades—of struggle, these breakthroughs remind us that standing firm ultimately yields results. Subscribe to hear more stories that mainstream media overlooks and learn how you can participate in restoring America's founding values.

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History isn't always what we think it is – from the coins in our pockets to the death of America's first president, misconceptions abound. When a numismatist listener points out that Americans have never actually made "pennies" but rather "one cent pieces," it opens a conversation about historical accuracy that spans centuries.

The conversation takes a fascinating turn as David Barton reveals details about the upcoming book "American Story 3: A World at War." Six weeks before completion, the research team discovered declassified government documents from the 1970s that completely change the narrative on significant aspects of World War II. Rather than focusing on dry facts and dates, the book brings to life the extraordinary stories of Medal of Honor recipients and everyday heroes whose courage shaped history.

Prepare to have your understanding of World War II challenged. Did you know Japanese forces attacked Alaska, but the American government suppressed this information to prevent public panic? Or that German submarine crews would come ashore at night to ride attractions at Coney Island before returning to sink American ships during daylight? These remarkable stories reveal how much of our history remains hidden in plain sight.

The discussion exposes how educational standards have sometimes misrepresented American history, particularly in Advanced Placement courses that once reduced all of World War II to four paragraphs focusing exclusively on negative American actions while omitting Hitler, the Holocaust, Pearl Harbor, and virtually every significant figure from the conflict. This kind of revisionism inspired the hosts to expand their historical focus and combat such distortions.

What makes this episode particularly compelling is how it demonstrates that historical accuracy matters – not just for academic reasons, but because these stories shape our understanding of who we are as Americans and what values we stand for. By returning to primary sources and firsthand accounts, we discover a richer, more nuanced view of our shared past.

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