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Jonathan Falwell Says the Church, Not the White House, Is America’s Greatest Hope at Liberty University’s Freedom Uncensored Event

ChurchLeaders·Oct 23, 2026 · 6:53 PM CT
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Liberty University chancellor Jonathan Falwell opened the Standing for Freedom Center's Freedom Uncensored event in Lynchburg on Oct. 23 by telling Christians that America's greatest hope is the church, not the White House. 'We must stand up and continue to preach truth, to share truth, and to live truth,' he said, urging believers to stop staying silent.

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