Affirming America’s Judeo-Christian Heritage

By Suzanne Gallagher, National Director  

Opening Note

As new laws increasingly conflict with values long held by Americans, including the rights of parents, it’s important to remember our foundation. Parents’ Rights In Education is not a religious organization—we welcome all citizens who support parental rights. But we must also be clear: our freedoms are rooted in a Judeo-Christian heritage.  

Are We a Judeo-Christian Nation?

➡️ Yes—not a theocracy. Being a Judeo-Christian nation means that the worldview, values, and principles from which our founding documents were derived were shaped by biblical truth.

• Declaration of Independence – Declared rights unalienable, given by God.
• U.S. Constitution – Established a limited government designed to secure liberty and justice.
• Bill of Rights – Guaranteed freedom of religion, speech, press, and due process.

Pull-Quote: “Rights are not granted by government. They are given by God.”  

Historical Witness

• Alexis de Tocqueville (1831) observed America’s unique freedoms and moral strength rooted in faith.
• Research confirms the Bible was the most cited book in political writings of the founding era.
• Principles like popular sovereignty, separation of powers, and limited government are all grounded in the recognition of mankind’s fallibility and God-given dignity.

 

My Take: Lessons from the Charlie Kirk Memorial

The memorial service for Charlie Kirk has reminded us that Americans are longing for affirmation of values rooted in faith, tradition, and moral clarity.  

What the memorial revealed:

• Massive Public Witness – Tens of thousands gathered, millions tuned in online.
• Christian Witness in Action – Erika Kirk’s call to forgiveness was a living testimony of faith.
• Faith & Patriotism United – Worship and national identity stood side by side.
• Mobilization – A reminder that faith must be lived out in civic life.
• Clarity Amid Division – Public displays of faith force a cultural conversation we cannot avoid.

“Public affirmation of our Christian heritage inspires unity and purpose.”  

Why This Matters for Parents

Government always pushes to expand its power. That’s why our Constitution, grounded in timeless truths, still protects liberty nearly 250 years later. If we fail to teach our children this heritage, we risk losing it. At Parents’ Rights In Education, this is why we fight: to defend parental rights and preserve America’s founding principles for the next generation.  

📢 Call to Action

✅ Take pride in America’s Judeo-Christian heritage. ✅ Teach it to your children. ✅ Speak it boldly when challenged. ✅ Engage civically—because freedom survives only when citizens defend it. Join the movement today. 👉 https://parentsrightsineducation.com/