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Another Cosmopolitanism
Roger Berkowitz explores Seyla Benhabib’s critique of Hannah Arendt’s skepticism regarding the idea of an International Criminal Court. Benhabib proposes a vision of cosmopolitan justice that transcends national boundaries, asserting that global norms should apply to individuals within a worldwide civil society. This perspective highlights the ongoing tension between global cosmopolitan ideals and the preservation of local, bounded communities, advocating for a dynamic balance between the two.10-06-2024
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Peter Drucker on Asking the Wrong Questions
Peter Drucker offers his views on asking the wrong questions in this week's Thoughts on Thinking.09-29-2015
Amor Mundi 9/27/15
In this week's Amor Mundi, we explore the features of Nazi antisemitism, reflect on whether bureaucracy can secure liberty, and much more!09-27-2015
Hannah Arendt and America's Blood-Won Liberty
We appreciate some marginalia Arendt made in her copy of "Lectures on the French Revolution" in relation to America, revolution theory, and liberty.09-24-2015
Charles William Eliot on the Thoughts of an Efficient Man
Charles William Eliot provides his comments on how an efficient man is capable of thinking in this week's Thoughts on Thinking.09-22-2015
Amor Mundi 9/20/15
In our Amor Mundi, we reflect on how bureaucratic culture is spoiling freedom on college campuses, wonder at persistent government surveillance, and more!09-20-2015
Hannah Arendt, Kingship and the Gods
On a recent trip to the Hannah Arendt Collection, we came across this copy of Henri Frankfort's Kingship and the Gods.09-17-2015
Announcing Our 2015 Courage to Be Essay Contest Winner!
The Hannah Arendt Center is pleased to announce the winner of its 2015 Courage to Be Essay Contest!09-16-2015
Joseph Joubert on Grand and Beautiful Thoughts
Joseph Joubert comments on what is needed to comprehend a grand and beautiful thought in this week's Thoughts on Thinking.09-15-2015
Amor Mundi 9/13/15
In this week's Amor Mundi, we reflect on the state of fear in contemporary America, explore the true societal impact of colleges, and much more!09-13-2015