Democracy and Emotions
Emotions are central to human flourishing and must be part of democratic life
Martha Nussbaum
American philosopher and classicist focusing on ethics, law, and human capabilities
All moments: Martha Nussbaum
- Jefferson Lecture Wisdom — Martha Nussbaum
The humanities teach us to imagine lives different from our own
- Capabilities and Dignity — Martha Nussbaum
Each person has inherent dignity and deserves the capabilities to live well
- Aging and Flourishing — Martha Nussbaum
We can age well by continuing to pursue what gives life meaning
- Justice for Animals — Martha Nussbaum
Animals have their own capabilities and deserve justice
- Anger and Forgiveness — Martha Nussbaum
We need to imagine better ways to live that are not based on anger and retribution
- Aristotle's Vision — Martha Nussbaum
The good life requires friendship and community
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