Well, hello, everyone. I'm James Dobson, and you're listening to Family Talk, a listener-supported ministry.

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tomorrow of course is independence day and with the fourth of july just one day away we're setting aside

both today's program and to honor the brave patriots who fought for our country's independence

these united States were founded

on the Christian ideals of life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness. America is unique because of

that spiritual and patriotic heritage. Sadly, over the past several decades, though, that legacy has been

forgotten or just rejected out of hand. More and more Americans are troubled by

our nation's moral decline and the expanding reach of big government. Well, in just a moment,

Dr. James Dobson will address the growing concerns about our nation's future, and he'll be

joined for this conversation by the Honorable Jim DeMint. Mr. DeMint served for 15 years in federal government as both

Senator and Congressman from South Carolina. He also served for five years as president of the

Heritage Foundation. Today, Senator DeMint and Dr. Dobson will explore why many Americans have

fallen out of love with our great country. They'll discuss the federal government's overreach into the lives of everyday citizens.

And more importantly, they'll offer hope for how we can rediscover what made America exceptional in the first place.

Drawing from his book called Falling in Love with America again,

Senator DeMint will show how local communities and what he calls little platoons

can help restore our nation's founding principles. So let's listen in now to this fascinating

conversation on today's edition of Dr. James Dobson's Family Talk.

Senator DeMette, can I still call you a senator?

Well, I'd prefer Jim, but if you need to, you can't.

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