Marking the anniversary of one of Pope John Paul II's encyclical letters, Kevin reflects on the importance of a proper understanding of human reason.

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In this second episode of Readings in the Freedom and Virtue Tradition, Kevin excerpts passages on the natural law from Thomas Aquinas's Summa Theologica. 

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Inaugurating a new podcast series—Readings in the Freedom and Virtue Tradition—research director Kevin Schmiesing reads a classic text by the French economist Frederic Bastiat: "The Broken Pane." 

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As commentators bemoan declining levels of trust in American life, Kevin asks: What can we do about it?

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With American workforce participation at historically low levels, Kevin reflects on the value of work--which extends far beyond economic benefits.

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Join Ismael Hernandez in this three-part series as he explores Critical Theory. He examines the influences on the theory and how it has changed over time.

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Responding to recent advances in school choice, Kevin Schmiesing explains why increasing freedom in education is a promising trend.

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Kevin highlights the views of the American Founders on religion, virtue, and government, finding wisdom that is still relevant: there can be no limited government without self-government.

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Kevin Schmiesing warns against  the tendency to neglect our daily duties—where we can have real impact—in favor of trying to "save the world."

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FVI's director of research, Kevin Schmiesing, joins the podcast to offer a brief analysis of the "cancel culture" that is plaguing American society. A virtuous culture is a worthy aim, he says, but let's make sure we are pursuing real virtue rather than hunting for heresies against faddish "woke" doctrines.

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