Restoring American Communities demands honest outrage at political division, weakened families, and moral drift. Terris Todd champions faith, responsibility, and conservative strength to rebuild what has been neglected. His work lifts communities with hope, clarity, and the conviction that America thrives when citizens reclaim virtue and leadership from the ground up.
America is in a spiritual and cultural crossfire, and Peter Vazquez refuses to sit quietly. Joined by Terris E. Todd, Director of Coalitions and Outreach for Project 21 and former White House appointee, the conversation traces a line from National Bible Week to a generation starved for truth.
They expose how Black and Brown communities are being hit by the Vanbōōlzalness Crisis through abortion, cultural manipulation, demasculinization, and a church that often chooses fog machines and entertainment over repentance and discipleship.
Peter and Terris walk through campus worship breakouts, Gen Z’s rising hunger for God, and data that show collapsing mental health, rising suicide, and a dangerous comfort with censoring and even attacking those who speak unpopular views.
They confront the Islamification of places like Dearborn, the failure of multiculturalism without unity, and the role of the Left in importing and empowering ideologies that openly reject America’s foundations.
From liquor stores and churches on every corner in failed cities, to China’s AI ambitions and the threat of godless technology in the hands of hostile regimes, this conversation refuses to look away from hard realities.
Instead, Peter and Terris call believers, especially in Black and Brown America, back to Scripture, back to courage, and back to the simple next steps of obedience: honor lawful authority, guard your mind, fight for your family, and stand as an unashamed voice for God, liberty, and this one nation under Him.
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The broadcast opened with a reminder that America stands in a moment of moral, cultural, and spiritual crossfire. The introduction set the tone: a nation that bows to hostile powers and forgets God cannot stand. From that foundation, the program unfolded into a sweeping narrative about faith, family, culture, and national identity.
The conversation centered around Terris E. Todd, a seasoned educator, former White House appointee, and current Director of Coalitions and Outreach for Project 21. His story began in Battle Creek, Michigan, where he built a career in education before rising to national service under the Trump administration. He spoke of his faith, his family, and his calling to elevate the voices of Black conservatives who have long been shut out of mainstream media. His work at Project 21 reflects that mission: to ensure that perspectives grounded in tradition, faith, and personal responsibility are no longer silenced.
The discussion moved into National Bible Week and the decline in biblical literacy across the country. Although many Americans say the Bible matters, fewer are reading it. Yet, in an unexpected twist, data show rising engagement among Millennials, young men, and Black Americans. This trend is also visible on college campuses, where worship gatherings and baptisms are breaking out in places where cultural influence once overshadowed faith. The hosts described this as a spark of hope amid what they identify as the Vanbōōlzalness Crisis—an intentional assault on Black and Brown communities through abortion, cultural manipulation, and the erosion of masculinity.
From there, the conversation turned to concerns over Islamification in places like Dearborn. The city’s shifting demographics, political influence, and legal controversies were highlighted as symptoms of a broader national trend. The hosts stressed that multiculturalism without unity fractures a nation, creating enclaves where alternative legal and cultural systems begin to supplant American norms. They noted that while some Muslim communities have courageously stood against the sexualization of children in schools, there remain deep concerns about political and ideological agendas that conflict with American constitutional principles.
Attention then shifted to the decline of the Black church. The hosts argued that many ministries have traded biblical authority for entertainment and political alignment. Lights, fog machines, and popularity have replaced outreach, discipleship, and truth. This, they said, has contributed to the collapse of family structures and the vulnerability of younger generations. Data from the CDC and other sources underscore this crisis: widespread depression, rising suicide rates, and unprecedented levels of hopelessness among teenagers. The absence of spiritual grounding, they argued, is leaving young people unmoored.
Yet, optimism remained rooted in Scripture and in the resurgence of faith among younger Americans. They spoke of the remnant—those who remain grounded in truth and refuse to bend to cultural pressure. They emphasized that the challenges of today reflect biblical prophecy and that believers must not be deceived or discouraged by unfolding events.
The conversation eventually turned toward artificial intelligence and the geopolitical race between the United States and China. China’s trillion-yuan investments and long-term plans were described as a threat, especially if such technology is guided by regimes hostile to American values. The role of AI in shaping historical memory, political thought, and cultural narratives raised further concerns. Without sound policy and moral oversight, they warned, AI can become another tool used against vulnerable communities.
In the closing moments, the message sharpened: stay grounded, stay principled, and stay courageous. The audience was urged to honor lawful authority, protect their families, defend their faith, and prepare themselves spiritually. The future will belong to those who refuse to be silent, those who will stand boldly for truth, and those who live with clarity in a time of confusion.
The narrative concluded with a call to remain steadfast—leaders in homes, leaders in communities, and leaders in the nation. The audience was encouraged to stay strong, stay watchful, and continue acting as a voice for liberty in a world desperate for direction.
Terris Todd
Director of Coalitions and Outreach for Project 21
Terris E. Todd is Director of Coalitions and Outreach for Project 21. He previously served as Advisor for Coalitions Engagement at The Heritage Foundation and as Executive Director of the White House Initiative on Educational Excellence for African Americans. A former Vice Chair of the Michigan GOP, he has worked as a teacher, administrator, and college instructor. Terris is an ordained pastor, author, podcast host, and board member for several national organizations. He lives in Virginia with his wife and their three daughters.
