Observation ·
In his new book, Leon Kass shows Americans how to honor the benefits of liberal democracy, including individual freedom and human equality, while recognizing their high costs.
Response ·
Postmodern Europeans may not like to hear it, but nation-states are still essential to preserving the continent's culture and safety.
Observation ·
The liberal way of life is remarkably fragile. Is the West willing to fight for it?
Response ·
Rare is the scholar of politics or of law these days who would think to turn to the Ten Commandments to understand better the hard questions to which liberal democracy gives rise. But Leon Kass’s remarkable exploration of the Decalogue shows that these scholars have neglected a vital resource.
