Being open to the possibility you could be wrong about your beliefs is an important part of learning about the world. But this trait is not enough on its own.
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A scholar of ancient Greek philosophy writes about Aristotle’s timeless advice on how to nurture and keep friendships.
Diagnosis is more than the medical process of identifying an illness. It’s a social agreement about what counts as disease and a storytelling tool to make sense of dysfunction.
It all started to unravel for the prime minister when the French president accused him of lying to him.
Though it was exceedingly grating, the late comedian was able to perfect a sound that worked in tandem with his brand of humor.
Good-character testimonies from some people don’t shield a person from being questioned about whether they have sexually harassed others.
Sen. Mitt Romney of Utah is one of the very few GOP critics of President Trump’s character and leadership. Why has he staked out this lonely position? His Mormon faith.
A philosopher argues that moral responsibility for past transgressions can actually change over time. The test lies in how deeply an individual has changed.
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Senior Research Fellow, Centre for Advancing Journalism, The University of Melbourne
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Professor of Health, Te Herenga Waka — Victoria University of Wellington
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Professor of Political Science, Utica University
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Instructor of Philosophy, Arizona State University
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PhD Candidate in Philosophy, McGill University
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University of Exeter
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Professor of Theatre and Dance, University of South Carolina
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Associate Professor of Ancient Greek Philosophy, Michigan State University
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Professor of Psychology & Senior Research Fellow, Program for Leadership and Character, Wake Forest University
