Dallas: The Critical Link Between Economic Freedom and Religious Liberty

2100 North Greenville Avenue,Richardson TX 75082

28 January, 2021

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Join AIER's Bastiat Society program in Dallas for an in-person event with Lathan Watts on the link between religious and economic freedom. Join AIER's Bastiat Society program in Dallas for an in-person event with Lathan Watts, Director of Public Affairs for First Liberty Institute, on the link between religious freedom and economic freedom. Religious freedom and economic freedom are inextricably linked. Religious freedom, essentially the right of conscience, is the most fundamental right in any free society. If it is lost, the other freedoms will soon follow. Americans have the right to live according to their deepest held convictions in all aspects of life. Yet, some of our clients have lost their businesses for attempting to do so. When government, which exists to protect the fundamental rights of the people, refuses to protect certain beliefs that are culturally unpopular, the foundation of civil society is threatened. Eventbrite registration required. Please note that Dallas County requires the use of face masks by all business employees and visitors. _______________________ More about the speaker: Lathan Watts is the Director of Public Affairs for First Liberty Institute, responsible for all efforts to increase First Liberty Institute’s profile in local and national markets. His focus is on expanding public awareness of First Liberty’s mission, legal matters, and educational projects by coordinating communication with community leaders, influencers, policy makers, and the public at large. Prior to joining First Liberty Institute, Watts served in various campaign and official staff positions for U.S. Congressman Jeb Hensarling, U.S. Senator John Cornyn, and Texas Governor Rick Perry. His executive leadership roles in non-profit organizations specializing in political affairs and community outreach contributed to the election of numerous members of the U.S. Congress, multiple state legislators, and governors. His work in and around the political process served him well in the four years he spent as a City Councilman in Lewisville, TX. Watts received his Juris Doctor from the University of Mississippi where he served two terms in the student senate one as President Pro Tempore. He received his Bachelor of Arts in History from Harding University, where he was a member of multiple honor societies and the University Concert Choir. See Full Bio