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I'm a philosopher by trade and temperament, and I'm motivated to bring philosophy out of its insular ivory tower and into everyday life.

As a university philosophy professor for more than 21 years, I've introduced thousands of students to the value of philosophy in their lives. From my teaching experience, I have learned what works for students, leading me to write a textbook, How We Are and How We Got Here: A Practical History of Western Philosophy.

My research explores the root causes of bigotry and injustice and their role in beliefs and political action. Because I apply a phenomenological approach to the lived experiences and actions of individuals, groups, and social and political institutions, my research helps us better understand soci
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New Book: What Is Politics?

Left Wing, Right Wing, People, and Power: The Core Dynamics of Political Action
Left Wing, Right Wing, People, and Power The Core Dynamics of Political Action by Douglas Giles

My new book has been released today, 26 March 2024.

Left Wing, Right Wing, People, and Power: The Core Dynamics of Political ActionIt is available here.

Can I explain what politics is all about? Well, I believe this book is a huge step forward toward that end.

Politics is complex, befitting the complex issues faced by Read more of this blog post »
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