About this episode

The episode discusses the current state and future trajectory of conservatism with a focus on first principles and the importance of limited government.

Conservatism is facing a defining moment. As debates over government power, political personalities, federalism, and first principles move to the center of public life, a fundamental question is emerging: what exactly should conservatism be trying to conserve? On this episode of Defending Ideas, host Nic Dunn is joined by Donald Bryson , president and CEO of the John Locke Foundation , to examine the current state and future trajectory of the conservative movement. Their conversation explores the current tension between principle and personality, the importance of constitutional guardrails and federalism, and why a renewed commitment to freedom, limited government, and the American founding is essential for the health of both conservatism and the country. Defending Ideas is a weekly podcast produced by Sutherland Institute. On this show, we are committed to renewing the principles of common sense conservatism, making you a better champion of sound ideas. Visit defendingideas.org.

People in this episode

Host: Nic Dunn

Guest: Donald Bryson

Topics covered

• conservatism
• government power
• political personalities
• federalism
• first principles
• freedom
• limited government

Keywords

• conservatism
• government power
• federalism
• freedom
• American founding
• political debate
• constitutional guardrails

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: John Locke Foundation, Sutherland Institute

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