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Watch recordings of past public lectures and other events hosted by Civitas.
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Is American Nationalism Still Creed-able?
We are not there now, but there is reason to worry that the United States is in danger, if we are not careful, of ceasing to be a nation with the principles of 1776 at its core.
The Price of Stagnation: Britain’s Retreat from Dynamism
We face a basic issue: we do not let cities or communities grow or die.
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London and the Architecture of Creative Growth
Preserving London's creative dynamism will require humility from policymakers and a commitment to keeping the city liveable.
Do Dynamic Societies Leave Workers Behind Economically?
We need a more dynamic economy that can help workers by allowing them to move where they can best use their skills.
National Civitas Institute Poll: Americans are Anxious and Frustrated, Creating a Challenging Environment for Leaders
The poll reveals a deeply pessimistic American electorate, with a majority convinced the nation is on the wrong track.
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Originalism and Its Adversaries
At some point, we all end up being in the minority, and when that happens, all those obstacles that seemed horrible when your party was in power will seem the very things that are preventing us from embarking down the road to ruin.
When Mao Took China
Having already taught us so much about Chinese Communist history in his previous four books, Dikötter faced a difficult task to add something new. He has done so brilliantly.
Edmund Phelps and the Culture of Dynamism
His research led him to a new theory of what he called “indigenous innovation,” whereby economic progress and growth are fueled not by inventions in labs, but by widespread grassroots tinkering and experimentation in the day-to-day economy.
The Radicalism of Harvey Mansfield
For many academics, students are mere tools to advance an agenda. Mansfield, however, is part of an older tradition that cares more about their souls.
Does Amtrak Really Need Airport-Level Security?: A Response to Jonathan Hartley
Amtrak is not uniquely vulnerable to security threats, certainly not because of how far its trains travel.
The Libertarian
The inimitable Richard Epstein offers his unique perspective on national developments in public policy and the law.
Law Talk
Welcome to Law Talk with Richard Epstein and John Yoo. Our show is hosted by Charles C. W. Cooke.
