Craig Biddle's Articles
Announcements
From the Editor, Winter 2021
Craig Biddle November 26, 2021
Welcome to the Winter 2021 issue of The Objective Standard. The articles in this, the sixty-fourth issue of the journal for people of reason, address a rich tapestry of ideas, values, heroes, and villains.
Philosophy
Reason vs. Mysticism: Truth and Consequences
Craig Biddle November 26, 2021
Reason or mysticism: These are our basic alternatives. One leads to knowledge, production, trade, prosperity, and social harmony. The other leads to ignorance, destruction, plunder, poverty, and unspeakable cruelty.
Announcements, TOS-Con News
Yeonmi Park and Wolf von Laer will speak at TOS-Con 2022
Craig Biddle November 26, 2021
I am delighted to announce that Yeonmi Park and Wolf von Laer will speak at TOS-Con 2022: Philosophy for Freedom and Flourishing.
Announcements, TOS-Con News
Join TOS and OSI in Colorado for TOS-Con 2022!
Craig Biddle October 22, 2021
I invite you to join TOS, OSI, and hundreds of other life-loving people in Colorado, June 22–25, for TOS-Con 2022: Philosophy for Freedom and Flourishing. Also, join us for more awesomeness after the conference in Ouray, CO—the inspiration for “Galt’s Gulch” in Ayn Rand’s Atlas Shrugged.
Announcements
OSI Courses on Literature, Opportunities, and Objectivism
Craig Biddle October 16, 2021
Objective Standard Institute’s second round of autumn courses begin in November. These include “How to Get More Enjoyment from Great Literature,” “Introduction to Ayn Rand’s Philosophy for Loving Life,” and “The Art of Finding and Creating Opportunity.”
Philosophy, Politics & Rights
Rational Self-Interest vs. Religion in Latin America
Craig Biddle September 17, 2021
This podcast episode focuses on the value of Rand’s ideas to people from Latin America who were raised in religious families and environments. We discuss real-life problems associated with religion along with practical solutions provided by egoism to help people think more clearly and live wonderful lives.
Announcements
OSI, PragerU, and Sales of Atlas Shrugged
Craig Biddle August 28, 2021
In the past six months, Objective Standard Institute has sponsored three PragerU videos, bringing Ayn Rand’s ideas to several million people and causing Atlas Shrugged sales to soar.
Ayn Rand & Objectivism, Philosophy, Politics & Rights
Ayn Rand’s American Morality
Craig Biddle August 25, 2021
Real Americans, genuine Americans—not those who merely live here, but individuals anywhere in the world who live the American way—are wonderful people. And they deserve a moral code that supports their wonderful way of life. That moral code is Ayn Rand’s Objectivist ethics.
Announcements, TOS-Con News
TOS-Con 2022—in the Arctic Circle?
Craig Biddle July 31, 2021
TOS-Con 2021 transformed people's lives. Here’s why. . . plus a word on the location for TOS-Con 2022.
Announcements, TOS-Con News
Integration and Flourishing
Craig Biddle July 13, 2021
This conference will be a massive integration of fundamental philosophic principles, vital truths for understanding and advancing liberty, and practical strategies for living fully and loving life.
Announcements
Objective Standard Institute’s Fabulous First Year
Craig Biddle July 7, 2021
In its first year, OSI introduced millions of people to Ayn Rand’s ideas, taught in-depth courses to nearly 400 students, engaged thousands of minds with our podcasts and articles, and broke new ground in effective ways to advance Objectivism.
Announcements, TOS-Con News
Important Announcements about TOS-Con 2021
Craig Biddle July 1, 2021
Due to unforeseen circumstances, Isaac Morehouse has to step down from the lineup this year. We will miss him! And we look forward to seeing him at future TOS-Cons. Mitchell Earl, COO of Praxis, is stepping in for Isaac and will present "How to Forge a Meaningful, Self-Directed Career."
Announcements
The Biggest TOS-Con to Date—Day Passses Now Available
Craig Biddle June 4, 2021
More than 250 people have registered for TOS-Con 2021. Will you join us?
Announcements
From the Editor, Summer 2021
Craig Biddle May 20, 2021
Welcome to the Summer 2021 issue of The Objective Standard. With this issue, I am delighted to announce that Jon Hersey has been promoted to managing editor of the journal. Jon has done remarkable work in the years that he’s been with the journal. He has written more than eighty excellent articles and edited hundreds more.
Announcements, TOS-Con News
TOS-Con Is On!
Craig Biddle May 19, 2021
Effective May 29, the Massachusetts government is ending all mask mandates and limits on the number of people at gatherings. Because the situation has been uncertain until now, early-bird pricing has been extended through May 31. So you can still save 20% to 50% on registration.
