Benjamin Franklin: Founding Father, Faithful Patriot

Join us on January 20th as we proudly celebrate the 320th birthday of Benjamin Franklin—America’s elder statesman and brilliant Founding Father. This episode explores Franklin’s leadership in the Second Continental Congress, his vital role on the Committee of Five drafting the Declaration of Independence, and his diplomatic triumphs abroad. Franklin famously warned, “A republic, if you can keep it,” reminding Americans that liberty requires virtue, vigilance, and responsibility. He helped secure independence and laid the enduring foundations of the greatest republic the world has ever known.

This week's special guest? Dr. Franklin himself! Bring your questions and ask Ben Franklin directly what you have always wanted to know about his life and our early republic!

Constitutional Chats are hosted by Janine Turner, Cathy Gillespie, student ambassadors, and experts who join us weekly to discuss hot-topic issues! The audience is not on camera, but you may ask questions!