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Blinded by Scientism

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The problem with scientism is that it is either self-defeating or trivially true. F.A. Hayek helps us to see why. The first article in a two-part series.
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Beyond Sovereignty: Money and its Future

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Is it time to consider internationalizing or privatizing our money supply?
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What Will Replace Behemoth State University?

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New technological developments and pressing national needs suggest that the future of higher education may be one friendlier to the classical tradition of liberal education.
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Islam’s European Reformation?

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The controversial Tariq Ramadan’s latest book promotes a “Western” version of Islam. Is he the “Muslim Martin Luther”?
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Desires Natural and Unnatural: A Reply to Paul Griffiths

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A recent First Things article on natural law misses the mark.
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In Defense of the Filibuster

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Why we shouldn't listen to calls to get rid of the filibuster.
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A Legal Framework for Drone Attacks in Pakistan

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American drone attacks in Pakistan and Afghanistan have become increasingly common and controversial. What broad principles should guide our use of these attacks?
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Muslim “Leaders” Adding Fuel to the Swiss-Minaret-Ban Fire

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It’s hard to credibly demand religious liberty when one is in the minority if one refuses to grant it when one is the majority. The principle “do unto others as you would have done unto you” should be a guiding ideal for all sides in the Swiss minaret controversy.
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Avatar and its Conservative Critics

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Is it possible for capitalism and democracy to support localist and communitarian ideals? According to one interpretation of a high-tech, agrarian-loving blockbuster film, the answer is yes. And this points to a challenge for conservative purists of all stripes.
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How to Stop the Next Detroit Bomber

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In response to the would-be Detroit bomber, Yemen wants more helicopters to counter terrorism. But there is no indication helicopters would have stopped him or that, over the long run, they will put an end to the activities of al-Qaeda enthusiasts. Counterterrorism efforts need to take hearts, minds, and wills seriously.
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The Origins of Darwinian Political Thought

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As we celebrate the 200th anniversary of Charles Darwin’s birth and the 150th anniversary of the publication of On the Origin of Species, it is time to realize that the best way to honor his legacy is to fight its overextension and misapplication into the realm of politics. The first in a two-part series.
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Regulation through Reputation

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Attempts to regulate corporate misbehavior need to find a better instrument than intrusive regulations.
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CO2 is Not a Pollutant: Debunking a Global-Warming Myth

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In the wake of the "Climate-gate" controversy, a scientist at Princeton University argues for a sensible view on climate change and CO2.
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Don’t Forget Religious Freedom

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To practice what he preaches, to respect laws passed by Congress, and to support Muslims who advocate for peaceful pluralism, President Obama needs to take action in support of religious freedom. Here are specific suggestions to move this effort forward.
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Economic Liberalism and its Discontents

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If we are to restore confidence in free markets, we need a robust explanation of their moral value.
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Postmodern Pythagoras

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Can the divide between the Liberal Arts and the Sciences be bridged by beauty?
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A Dicey Proposal

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Principled reasons and practical considerations suggest that proposals to legalize casino gambling misunderstand what is good for cities and states, and ultimately for people as well.
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What Makes a Woman a Woman: The Case of Caster Semenya

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Sugar, spice, and everything nice or snaps, snails, and puppy-dog tails? A controversy over a South African runner makes us ask what boys and girls are made of.
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The Real Health-Care Debate

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The real health-care debate isn’t whether we should have reform, but which type of reform to pursue: good reform versus bad reform. A senior economist explains how we can make high quality health-care available to all.
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What’s Really the Matter With Pop Music?

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Popular music shapes us and our culture, but not only through its lyrics.
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The Pop-Culture Wars

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If we take seriously what is said by Plato and Aristotle, then we must also pay attention to what is being said by the likes of Taylor Swift and Kanye West.
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Who Defines What Islam Is?

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Many Muslims have been either silenced or ignored when it comes to their views of their own faith. As we grapple with the legacy of 9/11, we need to listen to these voices if we are to understand the religion they practice.
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Conservatism and Culture

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If conservatives wish to defend culture, they must support the arts. Their support for the arts, however, should be motivated by a love of beauty rather than any political program.
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Health Care Reform and the Public Option in Theory and Practice

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Those who favor providing health care to all shouldn’t necessarily oppose the “public option,” but they will be unable to support a bill if it endorses and entrenches the taking of innocent human life through abortion.
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