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Character 2: Moral Romanticism vs Moral Realism

1. Are you a moral romantic, who believes in human goodness and the ability of the individual to discern good from evil based on their internal compass, or a moral realist, who relies on an understanding of humans as fundamentally flawed with a penchant for sin? Do you have to believe in one view orContinueContinue reading “Character 2: Moral Romanticism vs Moral Realism”

The Road to Character by David Brooks 1: Intro and Book Club Questions

There’s a book that I was introduced to at a church book club nearly two years ago that has really stayed with me. It’s called The Road to Character by David Brooks. He’s a NY Time op-editor, PBS NewsHour Friday commentator, NPR Newshour contributor, etc. A talking head, but a seriously thoughtful talking head. ThisContinueContinue reading “The Road to Character by David Brooks 1: Intro and Book Club Questions”