Reflections on Leadership, Public Life, and the Character of a Nation
The health of a republic depends not only on its laws but also on the habits, virtues, and leadership of its people. These essays examine the forces that shape American political culture, including outrage, responsibility, persuasion, and moral courage. They explore what it will take to recover a more serious and constructive public life.
When Violence Replaces Dialogue: What This Moment Demands of Us
The assassination of Charlie Kirk was not only a tragedy, it was a warning. When outrage becomes the currency of politics, dialogue itself grows dangerous. Yet even in this moment, there is a better way forward.