David Keene on Civility, Culture, and Conflict
David Keene on Civility, Culture, and Conflict  
Podcast: The Future of Liberty with Mitch Daniels
Published On: Tue Jun 24 2025
Description: In this episode of The Future of Liberty, Governor Mitch Daniels sits down with longtime strategist and writer David Keene for a wide-ranging conversation on the evolution of the conservative movement. From his early mentorship under Frank Meyer and work with Barry Goldwater to leading the American Conservative Union and the NRA, Keene reflects on fusionism, ideological shifts within the GOP, the rise of populism, cultural realignment, and the importance of civic virtue.Influential Leaders & Early Conservatism (2:40)The Dawn of Populism (11:57)Forecasting the Election & "The Problem" (25:36)Religious Decline & Free People (41:08)Shifts in News & Political Media (49:39) The Future of Liberty — Former Indiana governor and Purdue University president Mitch Daniels investigates the prospects for liberty and more through conversations with prominent thinkers and leaders across diverse fields. New episodes are available wherever you listen, including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube. Visit thefutureofliberty.org to learn more.Want more from Liberty Fund? Get the latest ideas and conversations on liberty delivered straight to your inbox by signing up for the LF Weekly Digest. You can also follow Liberty Fund on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, X, and YouTube.