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The Legacy of Eric Liddell

As we sit back and watch the drama of the latest version of the Olympic Games, let’s also remember Liddell’s legacy and commitment to stand firm on his beliefs.
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The Legacy of Eric Liddell
Scottish missionary and Olympian Eric Liddell (1902–1945) wins the 1-mile relay at an International Athletics Meeting between England and America, at Stamford Bridge, London, on July 19, 1924. Getty Images
Timothy S. Goeglein
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It was March 29, 1982. As the multitude of stars arrived for the 54th Academy Awards, expectations, as always, were high.

Timothy S. Goeglein
Timothy S. Goeglein
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Timothy S. Goeglein is vice president of external and government relations at Focus on the Family in Washington, D.C., and author of the new book “Stumbling Toward Utopia: How the 1960s Turned Into a National Nightmare and How We Can Revive the American Dream.”