Lisa Darrow Bradford

Religious Freedom

Ethics, Culture & Social Issues

“In Religious Freedom, John Wilsey issues both a chronicle and a challenge. Taking his cue from Alexis de Tocqueville, he traces the history of religion as a buoy to American democracy, readily canvassing Augustine, Thomas Sowell, and Ronald Reagan alongside Mark Twain, Will Rogers, and Erma Bombeck. Writing with flair and eloquence, Wilsey makes a compelling case for defending American freedom of religion, along with foundational civic values, against incursions from both the left and the right. This singular volume is essential reading insofar as it illuminates the perils of today’s polarized times and prescribes ‘aspirational conservatism’ as a promising solution.”