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Matthew Schmitz on the New Theism

Matthew Schmitz on the New Theism

Update: 2025-10-27
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Until quite recently, the “New Atheism” held sway over the minds of many elites. But the secular, scientistic worldview that was once so in vogue proved radically insufficient to meet the challenges of the post-9/11 world. Now, a New Theism is gaining traction among many of the thinkers who once professed a confident unbelief. Associate Editor Spencer Klavan sits down with Matthew Schmitz, editor of Compact magazine, to discuss the profound ethical and political implications of this new theological outlook.



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Matthew Schmitz on the New Theism

Matthew Schmitz on the New Theism

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