Reason and Madness: The Legacy of the Enlightenment and the United States

The Age of Enlightenment is marked as one of the most transformative periods in human history. From the late 17th to the 18th Century, major advancements in various fields and studies reshaped mankind’s interpretation of the world around it. This is most apparent in the field of political philosophy. Great thinkers such as Thomas Hobbes, John Locke, and Jean-Jacques Rousseau pioneered many progressive political concepts that proved inspirational; their ideas eventually imprinted upon the fledgling United States of America in its struggle for independence and beyond.

Olin MooreMarch 21, 2026philosophy, french enlightenment, age of enlightenmentComment

Tyranny, Again: History’s Repetition Through a Philosopher’s Lens

In November of 2024, the United States elected President Donald Trump and Vice President J.D. Vance, both holding the highest positions of power in this country. Upon taking these positions, they began to bring about the demise of the democracy that the United States was built on.

NationJimena MendezJanuary 3, 2026jimena mendez, tyranny, philosophyComment