Helena Rosenblatt

Helena Rosenblatt is a professor at CUNY and an author specializing in liberalism's history. She dives into the shifting meanings of liberalism, discussing its evolution from character-driven concepts to modern rights-focused interpretations. Helena highlights the historical tension between liberalism and religion, and the impact of civic education on democracy. She emphasizes the need for rethinking liberal values in contemporary society, addressing influences from historical thinkers and the dangers of consumerism on citizenship.