Public Philosophy

Who Is Innocent? Thinking Morally Amidst the War Between Israel and Hamas

The conflict between Israel and Hamas embodies a complex interplay of historical and political factors alongside philosophical and ethical considerations. The visible manifestations of...

Iran’s Woman Life Freedom Movement and the Critique of Mandatory Hijab

One year has passed since the tragic death of Mahsa Jina Amina at the hands of Iran’s morality police. Her death became the beginning...

Beyond Neutrality: Rethinking Scholarly Engagement in Global Governance

In an era fraught with moral and political crises, the importance of scholars becomes more evident. What is interesting is how scholars from the...
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The Reality of Cherished Memories

Everyday Lifestyle series co-editor Dr. Laura Engel recently sat down to talk with Dr. Jeanine Weekes Schroer. During their discussion, Dr. Engel asked Dr....
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What’s wrong with falsehoods in (fiction) film?

Google the phrase “inaccurate documentaries” and you will discover numerous sites triumphantly condemning the falsehoods in lists of culpable films, from Nanook of the...

Can We Get Better at Enjoying Art?

I always bring earplugs when I go to an art museum. My friend puts on an eye mask before listening to an anticipated album...
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Putting Gender Back into Transgender Equality: On Iglesias v. Federal Bureau of Prisons

Author’s Note: This article discusses sexual and physical violence targeting incarcerated trans women. Amid the ongoing wave of anti-trans legislation in the U.S., it can...

Is It Hubris to Think We Matter?

You have probably heard a talk in which a well-meaning speaker showed the audience photos of distant galaxies. The universe is vast, and the...

The Problem Spaces of Public Philosophy

I often ask myself what I hope to accomplish when I engage in public philosophy. How is this mode of address distinct from the...

Suppose AI Publishes in Phil Review. What Then?

Suppose AI just published in the Philosophical Review. What does this mean for the future of our field? Nothing. In late August 2022, a generative AI...