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Kevin Vallier
@kvallier
Political philosopher. Wannabe political theologian and political economist. Incurably affable. Author, All the Kingdoms of the World. (order at the bio link)
Bowling Green, OH
Joined November 2008
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    I’m still amazed that the anti-euthanasia people were 100% correct about the slippery slope to mass death. Canada is in a mass suicide crisis. All that their PM will do is offer them a helpline. Watching this unfold is changing my policy views a lot.
    As of today, Canada’s new suicide crisis and emotional distress helpline is available across the country. If you need help or know someone who does, you can reach out to 9-8-8 by phone and text, in English and French, at any time of day and any day of the week.
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    The Heritage Foundation’s president has effectively legitimized Fuentes and antisemitism on the right. I had once seen Heritage as a force for good, despite some deep disagreements. No longer.
    There has been speculation that @Heritage is distancing itself from @TuckerCarlson over the past 24 hours. I want to put that to rest right now—here are my thoughts:
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    I have officially defined neoliberalism as a philosophical doctrine. Please RT to get me in as much trouble as possible. plato.stanford.edu/entries/neolib…
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    This tweet is a great way to teach students about the importance of institutions. The error here is so basic that anyone can see it.
    Sorry but I’m not buying the argument that India or any other foreign nation has an army of gifted engineers who could improve their home nation and help them win in the global economy but they just refuse to do it until they cross the US border and then magically activate
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    My new book, All the Kingdoms of the World, comes out Sept 1st. It is a brand-new assessment of Catholic integralism and other religious anti-liberalisms. I am so excited to share it with you. Please retweet to spread the word! kevinvallier.com/books/all-the-…
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    Where did atheism discourse go? I feel like no one cares if you're religious anymore if you have the right politics.
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    This exchange perfectly contrasts the new right with traditional American conservatives. The new right mocks its predecessors (to defend an authoritarian ruler). The conservative answers calmly. The new right ignores the challenge to focus on political success.
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    To those who defend Rawls, I criticize him. To those who criticize Rawls, I defend him. Is there a philosopher you approach similarly?
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    Hindu Nationalists are distinct from all the other illiberal movements I've studied because they're committed to winning elections. Their policies, and even their views, get shaped by Indian voters. This is probably why they're easily the strongest illiberal movement worldwide.
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    ANALYTIC POLITICAL PHILOSOPHY TODAY 🧵 I see analytic political philosophy growing into three communities. /1
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    Replying to @DrJayRichards
    The abortion issue takes the mask off a lot of people. I’m similarly stunned.
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    Uber driver has a socialist podcast on blast. Podcast host: “Fascists are bad at art.” Me, for no reason: “Well actually that’s not true.” Driver: <silence> Me: “I mean, fascism is bad, of course.” Driver: <silence> Me: “Thanks for the ride!”
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    I am pleased to announce that my Provost has recommended me for promotion to Full Professor.
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    Replying to @robertwiblin
    Strangely, this post isn’t getting much attention. I shared it on Facebook and got almost no engagement. Is this somehow not news? Are social media algorithms not promoting controversy for once? What’s going on?