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Deep Reading

Deep reading isn’t about luxury retreats or escaping the modern world—it’s about the rare moments when a book holds your full attention, even amidst life’s demands. The struggle is real, but the hope lies in those stolen minutes, where a single passage can change everything.

A Constitutional Crisis?

Is the U.S. facing a constitutional crisis, or is it all political theater? This analysis breaks down the escalating tensions between the executive branch and the courts—separating fact from fiction and exploring what’s really at stake for American democracy.

Only Power Can Check Power
 

Hannah Arendt saw America’s strength in its dispersion of power, rooted in civic engagement and local governance. As executive authority expands, the true challenge is not just legal resistance but the reinvigoration of collective action. Can we reclaim the founding spirit of self-governance, or will we cede our power to those who seek to consolidate it?

Project Presidential Power

The consolidation of presidential power through executive actions and the theory of the unitary executive poses a fundamental threat to the constitutional separation of powers and democracy, exacerbated by media failures to address these actions beyond partisan framing.

The Real Danger of Antisemitism

Antisemitism, rooted in conspiracy theories and wielded as ideological propaganda, not only endangers Jewish communities but also undermines democracy, rule of law, and societal trust, becoming a global threat exploited by malign actors to deepen divisions.

On Political Contingency

This article delves into the precarious balance of power, tracing historical parallels and the unpredictable dynamics of human action to explore the implications of Donald Trump’s second presidency. Through the lens of Hannah Arendt’s philosophy and the lessons of history, it challenges readers to consider whether America stands on the brink of renewal, revolution, or stagnation.

A Bulwark Against the Cult of Power

Amid a backdrop of declining religious affiliation, an unexpected spiritual awakening is taking hold among intellectuals who once upheld rationalism as the ultimate guide. Figures like Ayaan Hirsi Ali and Matthew Crawford are turning to faith, seeking meaning and transcendence in response to the profound fractures of modern society.

Keep Your Eye on the Ball
 

The path to addressing political despair begins with moving beyond daily distractions and focusing on rebuilding trust in our institutions. Citizens’ Assemblies offer a practical and inspiring approach, bringing diverse voices together to tackle complex challenges through collaboration and shared purpose.

Jerry Kohn