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Jesus is a Capitalist

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The State Church of the Left

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We Must Condemn All Racism to End It

Cortez and the Aztecs

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VBS and the Mission of the Church

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Nationalism and Liberal Democracy

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How Motown Smashed the Cultural Border

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Are “Life, Liberty and the Pursuit of Ha...

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American Christians: Not Voting is Never...

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The Religious Liberty Election

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Why Does the Platform Matter?

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The Rod Martin Report – June 27, 2016

Whether Baptists Live or Die

“Government Corrupted by Vice, and Recov...

Why I’m Meeting With Donald Trump

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Tectonic Europe

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Eight Reasons to Study Baptist History

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The Straw Men of Idolatry and Materialis...

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How Capitalism Created Modern Motherhood

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How Should We View Party Loyalty?

Georgia Criminalizes Christianity. Who’s...

Why Students Give Capitalism an F

Dr. Ronnie Floyd: A National Conversatio...

Feliz Cinco de Mayo!

How Capitalism Abolishes Classes

You Will Be Made to Worship Their God

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Why I Am Not An Evolutionist (Theistic o...

Open Letter: Stop Modern Slavery!

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Why Are Republicans So Bad at Talking to...

Adoption Picture of Salvation, Parents S...

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The Geopolitics of Christmas

The Wonderful Commercialism of Christmas

Rethinking Immigration

Refugee Questions Christians Need to Ans...

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Thoughts on an Historic State Convention

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Always the Wallflower at the Orgy

Is Capitalism Christian?

Six Centuries From Agincourt

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Life Extension, Culture, and Politics

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Awakening the Sleeping Church

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Wokeness, Like All Marxism, Is About Power
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by Rod D. Martin | Mar 29, 2021 | Faith and Culture, Faith and Culture: Op-Eds, Politics, Politics: Op-Eds, Writings | 0
by Rod D. MartinMarch 29, 2021 Jesus is a Capitalist. Yes, this will come as a shock to your...
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by Rod D. Martin | Dec 13, 2017 | Faith and Culture, Faith and Culture: Op-Eds, Politics, Politics: Op-Eds, Writings | 0
by Rod D. Martin December 13, 2017 The sun comes up, and today is another day. So what about...
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by Rod D. Martin | Aug 13, 2017 | Faith and Culture Blog, Faith and Culture: Op-Eds, Politics Blog, Politics: Op-Eds, Rod's Blog, Writings | 0
by Rod D. Martin August 13, 2017 While I’m thinking about it, today is the 496th anniversary...
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by Rod D. Martin August 13, 2017 I have some friends who love Dr. Michael Hill, the founder of the...
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About Rod D. Martin

Rod D. Martin is a technology entrepreneur, venture capitalist, hedge fund manager, author and conservative activist from Destin, Florida.
Praise for Rod D. Martin
Peter ThielRod is one of our nation’s leading minds. He’s smart, original, and very committed—a combination that one rarely finds.
Steve ForbesRod Martin is a Reaganite-Thatcherite conservative…[and] a man who has spent much of his life ministering to and working for the benefit of others. I know Rod as an advocate for freedom, a leader who understands the real changes we need in Washington, and who has the drive and ability to make those changes happen.
Gov. Mike HuckabeeRod Martin is the kind of dynamic leader who has the knowledge, ability and experience to lead us successfully into the 21st Century. His vision for America is compelling.
Dr. Gil AmelioRod Martin literally wrote the book on excellence. Humble yet brilliant, a man of love and compassion, with penetrating clarity he illuminates the world around us, and we are both stirred and enlightened.
Dr. Ronnie FloydRod Martin has a proven track record of overwhelming success. I believe in him strongly.
Dick DresnerRod Martin is a born leader and an outstanding political mind. Anyone who takes him on is going to have a serious fight on their hands.
Eric JacksonRod Martin is a man of uncommon vision and character. Ever since I first worked alongside Rod in the early days of PayPal, I’ve been struck by his powerful vision for the future. Rod understands the intersection of technology, politics and culture in a way that few others do.
Joel BelzRod Martin wears with uncommon grace an uncanny ability to link his vigorous faith to the practical challenges of both the business world and the political arena. Yet the respect he shows for others carries a warmth and modesty that are both too rare among those who are strong advocates of feisty positions.
Randy TateAmerica badly needs more leaders who really get the future. We need more Rod Martins.
José GonzálezRod Martin is a modern day philosopher-statesman. He is a capitalist intellectual, a conservative iconoclast, a gentle adversary and a kind prophet. He inspires us towards a fresh national vision built upon the original founding principles.
Dr. Ted BaehrRod Martin is not only effective and efficient, but he is also perceptive, wise and gracious. He gets things done. He is a great friend and a great ally.
Dr. Tom AscolRod is one of the sharpest, most gracious men I know, and one of the most gifted political thinkers today. His ability to analyze issues and communicate thoughtful insights on them have earned him the respect of people across the political spectrum.
Hon. Paul PresslerI am proud to have been Rod Martin’s friend for a quarter century, and I can tell you that he is one of the finest men and most outstanding leaders in our church and in our country today. He has a knack for turning everything he touches to success.
George GilderRod Martin is a cornucopian entrepreneur and eutropic thinker whose influence radiates through an array of companies, institutions, movements and churches. A renaissance American, he is also a prolific friend of freedom and faith around the globe.
Hon. John Paul HammerschmidtIf Rod Martin represents the next generation of leaders, America has nothing to worry about.
Hugh O'BrianA leader and a servant, in public life and in private, Rod Martin strides at the top of his profession, and has nowhere to go but up. He is in the truest sense of the word ‘outstanding’.
Dr. Harald OttRod Martin is undoubtedly one of the most accomplished thought leaders today. He is a wonderful mentor, a humble role model, and a deep inspiration for the next generation of scientific innovators and entrepreneurs.
Jane RussellRod’s achievements pale beside his character and his brilliance. He sees what others can’t. He leads when others won’t.
Dr. Edward TellerRod Martin is one of America’s finest young minds.
Jim PinkertonThe future of technology is the future of America. Rod Martin sees that future clearly, and also sees how to shape it for the betterment of all. He is firmly rooted in the traditions of faith and patriotism that have made America great. That’s why he has made, and will make, so many outstanding contributions in so many areas.