The Spirit of our Politics w/ Michael Wear

The conversation between Will Wright, Josh Bertram, and Michael Wear on the "Faithful Politics" podcast explores the intricate relationship between faith and politics. Michael Wear, a former White House staffer and author, delves into how spiritual formation influences public life, emphasizing that personal faith and convictions significantly impact political engagement. The dialogue addresses the challenges and complexities of navigating political discourse as Christians, critiquing the tendency to align too closely with political parties. Wear advocates for a nuanced approach, suggesting that true engagement involves understanding the moral and spiritual underpinnings of our political actions rather than blindly following party lines. The discussion underscores the importance of integrating Christian values into political activism thoughtfully and conscientiously.

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Guest Bio:

Michael Wear is the Founder, President and CEO of the Center for Christianity and Public Life, a nonpartisan, nonprofit institution based in the nation's capital with the mission to contend for the credibility of Christian resources in public life, for the public good. For well over a decade, he has served as a trusted resource and advisor for a range of civic leaders on matters of faith and public life, including as a White House and presidential campaign staffer. Michael is a leading voice on building a healthy civic pluralism in twenty-first century America. He has argued that the spiritual health and civic character of individuals is deeply tied to the state of our politics and public affairs.

Michael previously led Public Square Strategies, a consulting firm he founded that helps religious organizations, political organizations, businesses and others effectively navigate the rapidly changing American religious and political landscape.