Is J. D. Vance’s story “an only-in-America tale”?

J. D. Vance’s nomination for vice president is being called an “only-in-America tale.” Our national ethos, as expressed in our founding declaration that “all men are created equal,” especially encourages the rise of individuals from obscurity to the highest levels of power. But recent decades have seen our nation transform from one of community values to individual values, and this reflects a deeper issue with how we see our relationship with the Creator and our need for a Savior.About Denison Forum and The Daily ArticleToday's Daily Article was written by Dr. Jim Denison and narrated by Chris Elkins. You can read this article on our website. You may also receive it in your inbox by subscribing to our newsletter.NOTE: Denison Forum is a fully donor-funded nonprofit ministry. To support our calling, please donate today.