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325. The Downfall of the Ivy League | Victor Davis Hanson

The Jordan B. Peterson Podcast

CHAPTER

The Role of Humanities in Education and Democracy

This chapter explores the vital importance of a humanities education in cultivating wisdom and literacy, essential for personal empowerment and identifying beyond tribal affiliations. It highlights the erosion of civic education and historical understanding, posing concerns about collective amnesia and the implications for modern governance. The discussion also reflects on universities' evolving role in society, advocating for new educational institutions to address traditional shortcomings.

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