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Democratic Thinking: Lessons from Madison
Madison, the principle architect of our constitution, argued for imperfection.
Sep 14
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George Jensen
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Democratic Thinking: Lessons from Montaigne
We should accept Montaigne as a founding father. He can teach us to be better citizens.
Sep 6
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Democratic Thinking: The Death of Normality
In the time of Trump, it is easy to lose touch with our best values and our best selves. (Part 2 of a series.)
Sep 2
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August 2024
Democratic Thinking (Introduction)
Democratic thinking begins with the development of the democratic self.
Aug 30
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Divided America: A Summary
The seminal works on the authoritarian personality and totalitarianism can teach us to see the MAGA movement--and ourselves--in new ways.
Aug 22
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Divided American: Insights from Hannah Arendt
Mass media, even before the Internet, has been changing who we are.
Aug 16
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The Hidden Message in Trump's "You're Fired!"
The tagline of "The Apprentice" is a form of revenge porn that signals a dark future.
Aug 13
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Divided America: Insights from Eric Hoffer
The longshoreman philosopher helps us see the diversity in the MAGA movement.
Aug 9
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George Jensen
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Divided America: Adorno's View of Prejudice
We are divided even in how we view reality and how we view each other. Adorno helps us to understand this.
Aug 7
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The Rhetoric of Permanence and Change
Why Trump is obsessed with Kamala Harris' ethnic identity.
Aug 3
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July 2024
Divided America: The Authoritarian Personality
"The Authoritarian Personality," the massive study published in 1950, provides surprisingly current insights into the MAGA movement. Part 3 of a series.
Jul 30
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Divided America: Lessons from Erik Erickson
This is Part 2 of a series (Part 1 was released on July 18) that attempts to understand the origins of the MAGA movement and the appeal of Trump.
Jul 27
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