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Kermit Roosevelt III on Theodore Roosevelt And Cultural Movements (PT 2)

The Daily Stoic

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The Importance of Broad Engagement with Philosophy and Values

Philosophy is meant to help derive knowledge and values, sparking broader engagement. Despite initial skepticism, people recognize the importance of neglected philosophical aspects such as answers to big questions and guidance in practical matters. While intriguing questions like the trolley problem and the concept of living in a computer simulation are part of philosophy, it also addresses practical matters like the meaning of death. This contrasts with traditional philosophical studies focussing on language, mind, and obscure German philosophers.

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