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Democratizing Genius: The Cult of Genius in Modern Society
Intellectual historian Darrin McMahon, Dartmouth College, talks about Einstein as the last true genius in history, the present, all-pervading genius culture and what that means for the future.
Center For Civic Education
60 Second Civics: Civic Engagement Pt. 4: Tocqueville and Voluntary Associations
On today's episode, we discuss Alexis de Tocqueville's impressions of voluntary associations in America. This episode originally aired in October 2011.
Center For Civic Education
60 Second Civics: Freedom to Assemble Pt. 14: Tocqueville on Amer. Public Spirit
Discusses Tocqueville's views on the right to associate.
Center For Civic Education
60 Second Civics: Citizenship Pt. 7: Alexis De Tocqueville Ponders America
French historian Alexis de Tocqueville wondered how America could develop the civic virtue needed for successful self-government.
Center For Civic Education
60 Second Civics: Citizenship Pt. 8: Alexis De Tocqueville on Civic Virtue in Us
Alexis de Tocqueville saw the habits of good citizenship in small New England townships.
Center For Civic Education
60 Second Civics: Citizenship Pt. 9: Alexis De Tocqueville on Civic Virtue in Us
Alexis de Tocqueville wrote about civic virtue in the United States, and how Americans realized that self-interest must be balanced with looking out for the common good.