Robert George and Cornel West - Truth Matters, A Book Talk
On September 25th, the Civitas Institute and School of Civic Leadership hosted Robert George and Cornel West for a talk on their new book, Truth Matters. Two of America’s most prominent public intellectuals confront the deep divisions in our society by modeling robust, respectful dialogue on questions at the heart of civic life.
The full event page can be found here.
Introduction by Sarah Beth Kitch, Associate Dean for Undergraduate Studies
Moderated by Justin Dyer, Dean of the School of Civic Leadership
Pursuit of Happiness
Revival: Americans Heading Back to the Hinterlands
Smaller communities throughout the country are poised to play an outsize role in forging our future.
Exodus: Affordability Crisis Sends Americans Packing From Big Cities
The first in a two-part series about the Great Dispersion of Americans across the country.
Stanford’s Graduate Student Union Tries to Stifle Dissent
The university may fire me because I won’t pay dues to a labor organization whose views I find repugnant.
Did Leo Strauss Get Religion?
Scholars and thinkers, East and West, have found that Leo Strauss offers intellectual insights and resources unavailable elsewhere.
The Philosophy of Jacques Maritain — A Long-Awaited Introduction
Jason West’s excellent introduction to Jacques Maritain’s philosophy should draw new disciples to Maritain at a time when his thought is needed most.
