Here is a broad and deep exploration of the many ways that today's Americans are the most and least homeless of the people of the contemporary West
American Political Rhetoric is the only reader designed for introductory classes in American politics and government that is both focused on fundamental political principles and includes nothing but classic examples of our nation's political rhetoric. The fourth edition of this book is completely reorganized, with material both contemporary and classic added to each chapter. The most noteworthy innovations include a separate chapter on gender and the latest Supreme Court opinions on school prayer and abortion.
Exploring the tension between individual freedom and contemporary societal trends, Peter Augustine Lawler presents a compelling critique of technocracy and libertarianism. Drawing on insights from thinkers like Plato and Tocqueville, he advocates for a vision of humanity centered on work, love, and self-governance. With sharp wit, he addresses the challenges of modern higher education and the pitfalls of democratic excess, promoting a balanced approach to liberal education that embraces both technology and genuine intellectual diversity.