Should faith come before political labels?
Joseph closes with a question about evaluating political choices through his understanding of God's design for humanity, rather than through partisan labels.
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Is Jesus a Republican or a Democrat?
Joseph says Jesus cannot be reduced to Republican, Democrat, conservative, or liberal labels—and argues that Christians should measure political commitments against their faith, not the other way around.
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Can one question reveal a candidate's worldview?
Joseph proposes a provocative question about whether men can become pregnant as a test of a candidate's broader worldview, connecting it to debates over policy and public life.
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Can you vote like a Christian without putting a party first?
Episode 52, “Vote like a Christian,” is a solo election special with Joseph Backholm on faith, party labels and imperfect candidates.
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Can politics put someone at odds with God?
Joseph argues that Christians must recognize when political ideas conflict with what they believe God calls good—and says disagreement need not become personal hatred.
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Should the government profit from gambling addiction?
Joseph questions state-sponsored gambling; Boliek explains the lottery's reliance on more players.
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What finally changed at North Carolina's DMV?
Dave Boliek describes the DMV's old delays—and the audit that helped drive improvements.
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What's happening to your tax dollars in North Carolina?
State Auditor Dave Boliek discusses DMV wait times, lottery revenues and election audits.
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What do Iran and Ukraine mean for U.S. foreign policy?
Joseph Backholm talks with Luke Moon about diplomacy, conflict and the midterms.
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Why does Trump disrupt global diplomacy?
Luke Moon says Trump's disruptive approach unsettles world leaders.
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What would it take to end a conflict with Islamist leaders?
Luke Moon argues that surrender can carry powerful symbolic weight in conflicts with Islamist movements.
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Could two overseas conflicts shape the next election?
Luke Moon joins Joseph Backholm to discuss Iran, Ukraine and diplomacy.
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Do sportsbooks punish winners and reward losers?
Jon Schweppe alleges sportsbooks limit winners while courting losing bettors.
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What does a betting app really cost a family?
Jon Schweppe says mobile betting losses can hurt family budgets and savings.
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Are sportsbooks exploiting vulnerable bettors?
Jon Schweppe examines online betting practices.
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Are betting ads reaching children?
Jon Schweppe warns that betting ads are shaping children's views of gambling.
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Are sports betting apps exploiting addiction?
Jon Schweppe discusses gambling risks.
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Who will control the future of artificial intelligence: the United States or China?
As AI continues to advance, the race for global leadership is becoming increasingly important. In Episode 48 of Politics For Happy People, Joseph Backholm explores the opportunities, risks, and ethical challenges of AI, and how Christians should approach this rapidly evolving technology through a biblical worldview.
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🤖 Is artificial intelligence something Christians should embrace or fear?
Episode 48 of Politics For Happy People is LIVE! Join Joseph Backholm as he explores the opportunities and challenges of AI and how Christians can navigate this rapidly changing technology with biblical wisdom and discernment.
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Is voting the only way Christians should engage with government?
Greg Baker argues that the Church’s role in government goes far beyond elections. Christians can pray for leaders, minister to them, meet needs in their communities, and encourage qualified believers to serve as modern-day Daniels within government.
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