"In The Founders' Own Words"w/Judge Mark Boonstra

Have a comment? Send us a text! (We read all of them but can't reply). Email us: [email protected] the latest episode of Faithful Politics, hosts Will Wright and Pastor Josh Bertram are joined by the Honorable Judge Mark Boonstra of the Michigan Court of Appeals. The episode offers a comprehensive exploration of Judge Boonstra's distinguished career, his involvement in significant legal matters such as the Flint water crisis, and his notable literary contributions.The conversation commences with an overview of Judge Boonstra's service since 2012 on the Michigan Court of Appeals, followed by his concurrent service on the Michigan Court of Claims from 2015 to 2017. The discussion provides valuable insights into his judicial philosophy and the critical legal challenges he has faced.The episode further delves into Judge Boonstra's three-volume book series "In Their Own Words," which explores the thoughts and principles of America's Founding Fathers. The hosts and the guest engage in a thoughtful dialogue on the relevance of these historical perspectives to contemporary society.Beyond his professional accomplishments, the conversation also touches on Judge Boonstra's personal life, inspirations, and experiences that have influenced his work in the legal field. The episode concludes with gratitude expressed by the hosts for Judge Boonstra's time and insights.Buy his book: https://a.co/d/7xz7oSNIn Their Own Words, Volume 1, The New England Colonies: Today's God-less America... What Would Our Founding Fathers Think?Guest Bio:Judge Boonstra was appointed to the Court of Appeals in March, 2012, and he was subsequently elected in 2012, 2014, and 2020. In addition to his appellate duties, Judge Boonstra served a two-year term on the Michigan Court of Claims, by appointment of the Michigan Supreme Court, from May 1, 2015 to May 1, 2017, where his docket included cases arising out of the Flint Water Crisis. Prior to serving on the Court, Judge Boonstra was a senior principal in the law firm of Miller, Canfield, Paddock and Stone, P.L.C., where he practiced law for 27 years, including serving as a Deputy Chair of the firm’s Litigation practice group and as Co-Chair of its Appellate Practice section. At the time he joined the Court, he was recognized in Best Lawyers in America in the areas of: Antitrust Law; Appellate Practice; Bet-the-Company Litigation; Commercial Litigation; Litigation - Antitrust; Litigation - First Amendment; and Litigation - Securities. He previously also served as a Law Clerk to Hon. Ralph B. Guy, Jr. in the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Michigan from 1983 to 1985.  Support Sarah Stankorb’s work and preorder Damned If She Does: Why Women Quit Church and What It Means for the Future of Religion, Releases September 15, 2026.  Bookshop.org: https://bookshop.org/a/112456/9798889837091Website: https://www.sarahstankorb.com/Support the showKeep the conversation going.Want to learn more about Faithful Politics, suggest a future guest, or connect with us directly?Visit our website:faithfulpoliticspodcast.comBrowse our bookstore, featuring books from many of our guests:faithfulpoliticspodcast.com/bookstoreSupport the show and help us keep these conversations going:patreon.com/cw/FaithfulPoliticsSubscribe for behind-the-scenes content, reflections, and updates:faithfulpolitics.substack.comContact the hosts:Josh Burtram, Faithful Host: [email protected] Wright, Political Host: [email protected] Faithful Politics:Instagram: faithful_politicsFacebook: FaithfulPoliticsPodcast