If you have lived in Redding for a while, you might be aware of his extravagant and awe- inspiring Christmas light display seen every year on Barrel Court, known as the Big Red Barn. Or you may have been persuaded by his good humor and sincerity to buy a raffle ticket or make a donation to a charity.

People have come to America from all over the world for over 200 years because of the freedom that promises them the opportunity to create wealth to care for their families. Chances are, you are one of those people or a descendant of such a person. (We’re not talking about the illegal renegades of our present day.) Why do greedy money grabbers—people who already have more wealth than they need, politicians, government managers, nonprofit creators (not all, of course)—think it

Phil Robertson (1946–2025), founder of Duck Commander and star of *Duck Dynasty*, overcame alcoholism through faith in Jesus and built a life rooted in Christian principles. A former athlete, teacher, and inventor of the Duck Commander call, he emphasized faith, family, and community service. In his 2020 book *Jesus Politics*, Robertson urged Americans to elect leaders who reflect biblical values, drawing from 40 years of study to present his “Kingdom Manifesto,” which define