He must know what premises would support the politician s views and what premises would support proper public policy. Helfeld will argue that the Socratic technique he uses with politicians can be useful in most instances where one is trying to persuade someone. In his WMOD presentation he will discuss the importance of understanding the hierarchy of any true ideas that you are arguing for. As an example, he will outline the hierarchy of the Objectivist system of ideas from metaphysics to economics. Join us on Wednesday for Jan's presentation and the discussion afterwards.
Greatness is the last and deepest of our taboos.
Only heavyweight boxers and rap singers are permitted to boast of their greatness. Abraham Maslow, the pioneering humanistic psychologist, tells the story of beginning his psychology courses by taking a poll of the students. Invariably, nary a hand would raise. Not, of course, that people wish to be viewed unfavorably. Good, not great.