Tag: Books

Mount Rushmore in America features sculptures of four iconic presidents: George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, Theodore Roosevelt, and Abraham Lincoln.
Books

Greeks (and Romans) Bearing Gifts to America

A Review of The Pursuit of Happiness: How Classical Writers on Virtue…

By Anthony Sanders 19 Min Read
Former President Donald Trump speaking at a rally, with conservative professors among the audience, supporting his agenda and policies.
Books

American Conservative Professors: Divided Over Trump

About the book Academic Trumpists: Radicals Against Liberal Diversity, by David L.…

By David L. Swartz 17 Min Read
A young boy holds the Ukrainian flag during a demonstration, symbolizing resilience and national pride amidst the ongoing conflict. The crowd in the background showcases strong support for Ukraine.
Books

Symbols of Power: Exploring Flags, Colors and Legal Narratives

A Review of Flags, Color, and the Legal Narrative: Public Memory, Identity,…

By Anne Wagner 14 Min Read
President of Russia Vladimir Putin and General Secretary of the Chinese Communist Party Xi Jinping, solidifying a strategic alliance that challenges the established norms of global geopolitics, during a state visit in the Great Hall of the People in Beijing.
Books

Rethinking Geopolitics: Fluid Dynamics in Global Relations

About the book Rethinking Geopolitics by Jeremy Black, published by Indiana University…

By Jeremy Black 4 Min Read
The influence of the Religious Right in the January 6th Capitol attack can be seen in how some of its members joined the assault, driven by a mix of religious fervor and extreme political beliefs. Photo by Tyler Merbler .
BooksPolitics & Religion

The Evolving Nature Views of the Religious Right

About the book The Nature of the Religious Right: The Struggle Between…

By Neall Pogue 17 Min Read
Person wearing a Guy Fawkes mask, a popular symbol of the fight against censorship, in an urban setting. The mask represents resistance against oppression and the tyranny of prevailing opinion.
BooksFreedom of Expression

Private Censorship: Between Corporate Power and Free Speech

About the book Private Censorship by J.P. Messina, published by Oxford University…

By J.P. Messina 18 Min Read
A young child stands against a textured wall with arms crossed, wearing patterned clothing. In front of the child, there is a large, upright tire. To the left of the child, a small, angled block rests on the ground. The image is in black and white, emphasizing the contrast and details of the scene. This image symbolizes the resilience and strength of children in challenging environments. It serves as a reminder of the importance of advocating for and protecting children's rights, ensuring they have access to education, safety, and opportunities for a better future.
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Protecting Children’s Rights: A Call for Global Action

About the book: Children's Rights in Crisis: Multidisciplinary, Transnational, and Comparative Perspectives,…

By Salvador Santino Regilme 13 Min Read
Statue of Edmund Burke, a prominent Counter-Revolutionary thinker of the 18th century, known for his critique of revolutionary rationalism and his defense of European traditions.
BooksPolitical History

Reinventing Europe’s Past: The Counter-Revolutionary Legacy

About the book Europe against Revolution: Conservatism, Enlightenment, and the Making of…

By Matthijs Lok 15 Min Read
Maxine Waters, a prominent American politician, is known for her unwavering defense of civil rights and her fight against racial injustice. Throughout her career, Waters has been a steadfast advocate for marginalized communities, focusing on issues that affect people of color. Her efforts have highlighted the systemic inequalities and challenges faced by these communities. Waters’ role in the U.S. Congress has been instrumental in pushing forward legislation aimed at closing the race gap in economic opportunities, education, and healthcare. Her dedication to the cause serves as an inspiring reminder of the importance of perseverance and commitment in the ongoing struggle for racial equality.
BooksAnalysis & Theories

Phenomenology of Race : Identity, Relationality, and Racism

About the book "A Phenomenology for Women of Color: Merleau-Ponty and Identity-in-Difference"…

By Emily S. Lee 13 Min Read
A group of protestors is holding signs and banners during a demonstration for fair wages. The signs read "WE ARE WORTH MORE!", "STRIKE $15", and "FIGHT FOR $15". They are advocating for a minimum wage increase to $15 per hour. This image captures their collective call for recognition of their value and the need for fair compensation in the workplace. Photo by Bob Simpson (CC BY-NC-SA)
BooksAnalysis & Theories

Healing Divides: The Power of Recognition in Social Justice

Michèle Lamont’s Seeing Others offers a compelling examination of how recognizing the…

By Karel J. Leyva 24 Min Read
Secularism-Artists Pawan Shukla and Veer Chandra, with the help of common people, created a 35-foot high map of India from 2.5 tons of iron. After 101 days of protests, the Delhi police removed materials put up by the protesters over the last 101 days, including artistic banners, this large standing map of India, and a model of the India Gate. This creative expression from the Global South highlights the region's unity and resilience.
BooksPolitics & Religion

Rethinking Secularism from the Global South

About the book "Secularism as Misdirection: Critical Thought from the Global South"…

By Nivedita Menon 12 Min Read
War in Syria has caused massive home destruction
BooksCulture & Politics

Architecture and Domicide in Syria’s War

About Domicide: Architecture, War and the Destruction of Home in Syria by…

By Ammar Azzouz 11 Min Read
Night view of the vibrant, colorfully lit Friendship Archway in Chinatown, Washington DC, symbolizing People's Diplomacy, bustling with pedestrians and cars.
BooksAnalysis & Theories

Rethinking U.S.-China Relations Through People’s Diplomacy

The book tells many stories in which Americans and Chinese promoted people’s…

By Kazushi Minami 9 Min Read
In the image, a woman wearing a black burqa is sitting on a white, rocky surface. This visual contrast highlights the tensions between religious traditions and the concept of secularism, which seeks the separation of religion and state, promoting a society where individual beliefs do not interfere with public governance or civil rights.
BooksPolitics & Religion

France’s Secularism: Navigating Security and Rights

About the book by Raphael Cohen-Almagor, "The Republic, Secularism and Security: France…

By Karel J. Leyva 9 Min Read
According to neuroscience, liberals and conservatives show differences in brain regions, with liberals having a larger anterior cingulate cortex and conservatives having a larger right amygdala.
BooksAnalysis & Theories

The Neuroscience of Political Behavior

"The Political Brain" stands out as a significant work in political science,…

By Karel J. Leyva 13 Min Read