Elizabeth Minnich

In this enlightening conversation, philosopher Elizabeth Minnich delves into the critical importance of thinking in combating normalized evils. She distinguishes between intensive and extensive evil, stressing how societal pressures can lead to harmful behaviors through excuses like 'I'm just following orders.' Minnich emphasizes that love alone isn't enough to resist this normalization; clear thinking and community practices are essential. She also examines the seductive nature of careerism, the appeal of conservatism for young women, and the dangers of persistent lying in today's society.