The Initiative on
Faith & Public Life
Resources to equip college students to think deeply about faithful participation in public life
From 2009-2021, the Initiative on Faith & Public Life — launched as Values and Capitalism — was a unique outreach effort of the American Enterprise Institute to Christian colleges and universities that produced a range of programs, events, and educational resources, including books, essays, videos, and documentaries, all from a distinctly Christian perspective.
About the project
Featured
For Love of Neighbor: Politics for the Common Good
Now available, this documentary film tells the stories of three Christians searching for a better way to engage in contemporary politics and public life.
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Resources
Blog
The Drama of Dobbs vs. Jackson Women’s Health
It is nearly impossible to be neutral on the issue of abortion, but the heart of this case is about keeping personal decisions close to the people and ensuring the proper exercise of judicial power.
The U.S. Reports High Levels of Religious Optimism. Is It Real?
The trends that we see betray a religious optimism of ideals rather than practice.
I used to be indecisive. Now I’m not so sure.
My early education taught me what to think. In high school, I learned how to think. In college, I learned not to think at all. Picture this: someone publishes an op-ed that makes you grind your teeth and create a sizzling jab ready to launch, because you must stand up...
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