Born of Ideas

Lawrence W. Reed traces the founding of America from the Mayflower Compact in 1620 through the Bill of Rights

episodes

The Future of the Republic | Lawrence W. Reed

What is the most important issue facing America today? According to economist and historian Lawrence W. Reed, it has always been the same thing: character.

The Conscience of the American Revolution | Lawrence W. Reed

Lawrence W. Reed discusses Mercy Otis Warren, a key but often overlooked figure in the American Revolution

The Pilgrims Tried Socialism First | Lawrence W. Reed

Lawrence W. Reed discusses the early years at Plymouth to show how the Pilgrims first tried socialism, causing production to fall when it needed to rise.

Why America's Revolution Didn't Become France's | Lawrence W. Reed

Lawrence W. Reed argues that the American Revolution was rare — perhaps unique — among revolutions: it actually delivered on its promise.