John G. West Political Scientist and Cultural Critic
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Religion, Liberty, and Civic Life

The Constitution Turns 225Justice Clarence Thomas
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John G. West
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April 22, 2026
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Constitutionalism and the American Founding
Religion, Liberty, and Civic Life

Justice Clarence Thomas just issued a warning every American needs to hear

John G. West
April 22, 2026
Constitutionalism and the American Founding, Religion, Liberty, and Civic Life
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Just in time for America’s 250th birthday, Justice Clarence Thomas has ignited a national conversation about America’s founding principles. Christians in America should pay special attention because a lot is at stake. Many of the principles under discussion reflect a biblical worldview. Whether we revive or reject them may determine America’s future. Read More ›
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John G. West
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June 19, 2025
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Are the Gospels like Hollywood movies that fictionalize history?

John G. West
June 19, 2025
Religion, Liberty, and Civic Life
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In my book Stockholm Syndrome Christianity, I critically examine the views of evangelical New Testament scholar Michael Licona on the historical accuracy of the gospels. I think some of his proposals are at variance with the historic Christian view of the Bible from the early church until the rise of modernism. Read More ›
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Cherry blossoms on the campus of the University of Washington, Seattle. Authorities were telling would-be visitors to stay away; by D. Guillaime / CC BY-SA.
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John G. West
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December 27, 2020
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Religion, Liberty, and Civic Life
Scientism, Social Darwinism, and Totalitarian Science
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#6 Story of 2020: Amid a Pandemic, Wisdom from C. S. Lewis

John G. West
December 27, 2020
Religion, Liberty, and Civic Life, Scientism, Social Darwinism, and Totalitarian Science
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Photo: Walter Bradley at the launch of the Bradley Center, by Nathan Jacobson.
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John G. West
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December 17, 2020
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Walter Bradley’s Wonderful Life — Scientist, Humanitarian, ID Proponent

John G. West
December 17, 2020
Religion, Liberty, and Civic Life, Scientism, Social Darwinism, and Totalitarian Science
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John G. West
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July 4, 2015
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Religion, Liberty, and Civic Life
Scientism, Social Darwinism, and Totalitarian Science
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Intelligent Design Is “Based on Religion”? Tell That to Thomas Jefferson

John G. West
July 4, 2015
Religion, Liberty, and Civic Life, Scientism, Social Darwinism, and Totalitarian Science
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