Contemporary defenders of the Enlightenment shouldn't overgeneralize: the Enlightenment, however it is defined, is not an unalloyed good. — Ben Domenech Copy Share Image
It is at best insufficient and at worst inaccurate to settle on a definition of the Enlightenment, for the obvious reason that… — Ben Domenech Copy Share Image
The ongoing argument over whether the Enlightenment is a good thing is hardly a new facet of American political life. — Ben Domenech Copy Share Image
In a healthy republic, there is a need for figures who understand that the presidency is not the be-all and end-all of the people. — Ben Domenech Copy Share Image
Much of the media failed to anticipate the potential Trump represented as a disruptive populist force, understand why his supporters trusted him, or offer… — Ben Domenech Copy Share Image
Engaging in a sycophantic way with any politician in the short term is tempting. It offers the lure of access and the promise of… — Ben Domenech Copy Share Image
When Barack Obama arrived in Washington, many in the media welcomed him with optimism as a historic figure focused on progressive change. But their… — Ben Domenech Copy Share Image
I think what it really means is a recognition that Donald Trump has the potential to take over the Republican Party and change it… — Ben Domenech Copy Share Image
Gawker thrived on embarrassment and shame, seeking to demolish not just celebrities or politicians but average random people whose sins it would expose for… — Ben Domenech Copy Share Image
And for those of us who have, you know, looked in sort of the established order of the political fray over the course of… — Ben Domenech Copy Share Image
It used to be you could just write vaguely conservative things while running a Starbucks - now, you can't. — Ben Domenech Copy Share Image
It is unhealthy to live in an environment where every aspect of our culture requires a great sort, where creative talents are for some… — Ben Domenech Copy Share Image
I will not apologize ever, for any reason, for publishing the views of people who don't make a living in politics about why they… — Ben Domenech Copy Share Image
The first time I watched 'The Magnificent Seven' on TV on a Sunday afternoon, I knew it was going to be a different kind… — Ben Domenech Copy Share Image
