The self-imposition of order, the founders understood, was achieved by the exercise of self-control, which was the bridling of passion by reason. Self-control was a virtue that required effort and cultivation. And virtue, they further understood, was most commonly imbued ...
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The record of the American education system in meeting the diverse needs of this diverse clientele has been mixed. In the early days of the nation, those who had the means to pay enjoyed a variety of educational options, from ...
Read MoreDetermining exactly how government ought to treat religion, moreover, remains a challenge. Complete neutrality is illusory. When government aid is available for social welfare programs and schools, and tax credits are offered for adoptions, educational expenses, or charitable donations, the ...
Read MoreCurrent controversy about the limits of government authority may revolve around masks, shutdowns, and quarantines, but the central issue—the legitimacy and advisability of government mandates—is a perennial one and lies at the heart of all theories of government and society. ...
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