Will Inboden

Will Inboden, a professor at the University of Florida and an authority on civic education, and Eric Cohen, CEO of Tikvah and a voice in Jewish thought, share a hopeful perspective on U.S. universities. They discuss leadership changes and innovative reforms at institutions like the University of Florida. The conversation dives into the challenges facing the humanities, the need for diverse viewpoints in academia, and the revitalization of education through initiatives like the Hamilton School, aiming to inspire a new generation of students.

Will Inboden is a man of many talents: author, academic, and national policy maker. He held positions with the State Department and the National Security Council before returning to academia to serve as executive director of the Clements Center for National Security and associate professor of public policy and history at the LBJ School of Public Affairs, both at the University of Texas- Austin. In this wide-ranging two-part interview, Inboden discusses in detail Reagan’s strategy and tactics in bringing the Cold War to a successful and peaceful conclusion through negotiation and, yes, some artful bluffing. In this first installment, we cover Reagan’s first term in which he deals with the public’s perception of his intelligence, a large and popular antinuclear movement, and the execution of his “peace through strength” initiative.

Dr. Will Inboden, the director of the Alexander Hamilton Center at the University of Florida, joins Jonah for an insightful discussion. They tackle higher education reform, emphasizing accountability and inclusivity amidst a crisis of trust. Inboden reflects on Reagan's political legacy and the need for adapting his principles to today’s challenges, particularly in foreign policy concerning China. The conversation also highlights the Hamilton Center’s successes, including its mission to promote conservative values in academia.