Ultimately, the United States needs a 21st-century Great Awakening — a massive shift in the country’s moral consciousness — ...

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There are fundamental differences between liberals and conservatives -- and certainly MAGA adherents -- on what are "American values." But for both liberal and conservative pundits, the term connotes ...

Readers respond to a column by David Brooks about the betrayal of the moral foundations of the United States. To the Editor: “How to Make a Mild Guy Really Angry,” by David Brooks (column, May 30), ...

The 2004 election saw "moral values" emerge as the most prominent issue on voters' minds. Subse-quently, moral values have become a major topic in the media, politics and everyday conversations. But I ...

Whether you’re a lifelong punk, devoted bluegrass fan, or high-brow purveyor of 18th-century symphonies, music can be a strong foundational aspect of our personal identities—and, according to a 2023 ...

In today's interconnected world, leaders frequently encounter dilemmas where moral convictions intersect with economic realities. Just how can they best manage this intricate balance and negotiate the ...

Putting moral insight back into economics enhances understanding of political outcomes For much of the 20th century, the disciplines of moral psychology and economics were seen as distinct—each ...

Americans’ attitudes about self-expression, morality, individuality, and religious practice continue to vary widely across generations. There also continue to be significant differences between men ...

Aya Aboelenien receives funding from the Social Science and Humanities Research Council (SSHRC) of Canada. Zeynep Arsel receives funding from Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council (SSHRC) ...