Michael Bedenbaugh is an American political commentator, author and former congressional candidate whose work explores the intersection of history, governance and civic renewal in the United States. A former president of Preservation South Carolina, he has led high-profile nonprofit initiatives focused on heritage, community revitalization and public accountability. He received the Order of the Palmetto by Governor Henry McMaster in 2021.
A veteran of the U.S. Navy and a frequent speaker on constitutional values and political reform, Michael brings a uniquely grounded perspective shaped by service, scholarship and public leadership. He is the host of Perspective with Mike Bedenbaugh and author of Reviving Our Republic: 95 Theses for the Future of America.