The American Idea
The American Idea
Ashbrook Center
Did FDR Threaten the Fundamental Freedoms in the Bill of Rights?
50 minutes Posted Mar 18, 2026 at 10:33 am.
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Historian David Beito joins Jeff this week to discuss the dark side of FDR: a seeming disregard for constitutional process and a lack of respect for the fundamental freedoms protected by the Bill of Rights. Long lauded as a great president, is there more to his story and impact on America?

Host: Jeff Sikkenga

Executive Producer: Jeremy Gypton

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