From Social Theory and Practice, Eamonn Callan (Stanford): Love, Idolatry, and Patriotism. From Philosophy and Public Affairs, Samuel Scheffler (UC-Berkeley): Immigration and the Significance of Culture. The Second Vermont Republic is seeking to build a separatist movement, but many have been shocked by its ties to racist Southern secessionists. Samuel Bowles on the economics of nice folks. A new discovery proves "selfish gene" exists. It’s mine, I tell you: Mankind’s inner chimpanzee refuses to let go; this matters to everything from economics to law. What does it mean to be human, and can science illuminate the answers? A star-studded panel of scientists gathered to discuss those heady themes. From Utne, a series of articles on creativity. Face it, it's not about talent: In Hollywood, beauty has become
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