From the Editor, Fall 2019
Check out the Fall 2019 issue of the journal for people of reason—and be sure to share it with friends. Amid the rampant irrationality in today’s culture, this oasis can save souls, even lives.
History, Philosophy, Politics & Rights
John Locke: The Father of Liberalism
Those who built America—the freest and most moral country on earth—stood on the shoulders of John Locke. We who fight for individual rights and freedom today stand on his shoulders, too.
Seven Great Poems on the Glory of Man
Enjoy these poems celebrating the glory of man—including works by Charles Eugene Banks, George Washington Doane, Berton Braley, Quent Cordair, and more.
Announcements, Ayn Rand & Objectivism, Philosophy
TOS-Con Video: “Intellectual Independence: Your Basic Means of Thriving”
On the nature of intellectual independence, how it differs from independent thinking, and how to cultivate it so you can love your life to the fullest.
Supporters of Freedom and Flourishing, Thank You!
TOS-Con 2019 was a truly extraordinary growth experience for me, and from what I’ve heard, for many others. Thank you to all who attended and who made it possible. I look forward to seeing you at TOS-Con 2020!
McCartan Delighted in the Sensual World
High above Park Avenue—and in a few scattered museums—McCartan’s art still remains, an expression of delight in the sensual world.
The Man Who Electrified Music
Though he never sought the spotlight nor learned to play guitar, Leo Fender’s creations, including the Telecaster, Precision Bass, and Stratocaster, opened the door for countless young players—and for a revolution in music.
The Battle for Values in American Westerns
Westerns were a medium through which writers and directors explored profound philosophical themes, in which Hollywood articulated ideas in ways it’s seldom attempted since.
