"The threat to our consciences today is so severe that citizens of all social, political, and educational levels wll need to get into the fight. The number of Christians being beaten, raped, and killed each year is the highest in history. On a far lower scale, even here in the United States, the climate is becoming more hostile to Christians than ever before... For those who want a readable account of the turbulent history of religious liberty both in its high and its low moments, and not written as a college textbook, this book will be very satisfying. And it might even help many students looking for a way to grasp some basics quickly."
     —Amb. Michael Novak, retired George Frederick Jewett Scholar in Religion, Philosophy, and Public Policy from  the American Enterprise Institute, visiting professor at Ave Maria University


"A targeted practical study of religious liberty informed by Christian hope with helpful resources, excellent for parish groups and adult education."
     —Mary Ellen Bork, Free-lance writer and lecturer on issues affecting Catholic life and culture


"Of all our freedoms, religious freedom is the most precious—and in our day, the most endangered. The Liberty Threat awakens the reader to the dangers, explains how we got here, and most importantly, suggests what we must do to preserve and strengthen religious liberty in America."
     —Most Rev. Paul S. Loverde, Bishop of Arlington


"In an era that will be defined by repeated assaults on religious liberty, this is a must-read for Americans of faith—and for any American who believes in real liberty. WIth his engaging, fast-moving style, Jim Tonkowich serves as a most capable guide to the history of religious liberty, covering all the key events and issues, from Nero's violent persecution of Christians to Barack Obama's bloodless but equally insidious policies. Are you worried about the present and future attacks on religion and liberty? Read this—and then don't forget to follow the proposed solutions."
     —Dr. Kevin Roberts, President of Wyoming Catholic College


"This little book will take its place as one of the best surveys of religious liberty American style—what it is, where it came from, and why it is in crisis—on the market today. Written in the rich, punchy style of Kevin Hasson'sThe Right to be Wrong, James Tonkowich'sThe Liberty Threat surveys the historical and contemporary evidence in a masterful fashion. From the early Church Fathers to the American founding and beyond, Tonkowich writes with authority and verve. Read this book. Wherever you stand on the greatest issue of our day—the meaning and value of religious freedom—you won't be disappointed."
     —Thomas Farr, Director of the Religious Freedom Project, Georgetown University