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The Summer Issue of The Objective Standard
TOS Admin June 15, 2013
The print edition of the Summer issue of The Objective Standard has been mailed, and the online version has been posted to our website (a few days early). The contents of the Summer issue are: FEATURES In Memory of Joshua Lipana (1991–2013) Craig Biddle The End of Central Banking, Part…
Economics
Introduction to “The End of Central Banking, Part I” by Richard M. Salsman
TOS Admin March 10, 2013
Here is the introduction to Richard Salsman’s article “The End of Central Banking, Part I,” from the forthcoming (Spring 2013) issue of The Objective Standard: This year marks the centenary of the law establishing the U.S. central bank, the Federal Reserve (Fed), so it’s an appropriate time to assess the…
Announcements, Philosophy
“Christianity is Only the Second Worst Evil in Western History? I Agree.”
TOS Admin March 9, 2013
Here's a taste of the full transcript of the debate between Dinesh D'Souza and Andrew Bernstein, “Christianity: Good or Bad for Mankind?” which will be published in the forthcoming (Spring) issue of The Objective Standard. “If Mr. D’Souza’s argument is, ‘Well, the Communists and the Nazis murdered more people than…
Ayn Rand & Objectivism, Philosophy
The Trinity of Liberty Q&A, with Craig Biddle
TOS Admin February 15, 2013
This is the Q&A from Craig Biddle's speech "The Trinity of Liberty: Individualism, Individual Rights, and Independent Thinking," delivered at Hungry Minds Speaker Series, Denver, CO, Feb 2, 2013. Biddle answers questions about egoism, moral principles, the proper use of the term "selfishness," the nature of individual rights, and the…
Philosophy
Video: Christianity: Good or Bad for Mankind? — Dinesh D'Souza vs. Andrew Bernstein
TOS Admin February 14, 2013
For the first time ever, a top Objectivist intellectual, Andrew Bernstein, debates a top Christian apologist, Dinesh D'Souza. "New Atheists," such as Christopher Hitchens, Daniel Dennett, and Michael Shermer, have debated Mr. D'Souza in the past, but their critiques of Christianity have been based on skepticism, subjectivism, relativism. Dr. Bernstein's…
Ayn Rand & Objectivism, Politics & Rights
Video: The Trinity of Liberty: Individualism, Individual Rights, and Independent Thinking
TOS Admin February 12, 2013
What are the essential principles that give rise to and support a free society? This is the most pressing question mankind faces today, and its answer is the least understood. In this speech, delivered at Hungry Minds Speaker Series in Denver, CO, Craig Biddle argues that a free society depends…
Announcements
D’Souza-Bernstein Debate Details
TOS Admin February 6, 2013
The debate between Dinesh D’souza and Andrew Bernstein—on the question, “Christianity: Good or Bad for Mankind?”—takes place this Friday at 7:00 PM CST, in Hogg Auditorium, at University of Texas–Austin. Auditorium tickets and Livestream access can be purchased here. (Auditorium tickets are expected to sell out the night of the…
Philosophy
Andrew Bernstein's Q&A following "Religion vs. Morality"
TOS Admin January 26, 2013
In this Q&A following his speech on "Religion vs. Morality" Andrew Bernstein fields questions about reason-based philosophies besides Objectivism (and Aristotelianism), the alleged decline of religion today, the dominance of German philosophy among American intellectuals, and the cause of America's march toward socialism. Be sure to get your tickets for…
Philosophy
Andrew Bernstein on Religion vs. Morality
TOS Admin January 23, 2013
Here's a video of Andrew Bernstein delivering his speech "Religion vs. Morality" at The Objective Standard's mini-conference in Dallas, Texas. Dr. Bernstein will be debating Christian conservative Dinesh D'Souza on the subject of "Christianity: Good or Bad for Mankind?" on February 8 in Austin, TX. Be sure to purchase auditorium tickets in…
Announcements
Livestream of D’Souza–Bernstein Debate on Christianity
TOS Admin January 20, 2013
The Livestream option for viewing the debate between Dinesh D’Souza and Andrew Bernstein—Christianity: Good or Bad for Mankind?—is now available for purchase. This event, which will be held on February 8 at 7:00 PM CST in Austin, TX, will be the first time a major religious intellectual has debated a…
Ayn Rand & Objectivism, Philosophy
Q&A with Craig Biddle and Students For Liberty (aka "Geeks of Liberty")
TOS Admin January 9, 2013
Craig Biddle fields questions on the ideas that undergird liberty, the morality of communes, and the prospect of defending liberty with "non-coercive altruism." http://www.youtube.com/embed/18YochP4wVg
Announcements
Stuff the Standard!
TOS Admin December 20, 2012
The Perfect Last-Minute Gift The Objective Standard makes a great gift for your active-minded friends and relatives. The journal presupposes no specialized knowledge and will be appreciated by anyone with an interest in cultural or political issues. Gift subscriptions start at just $29 and are available in Print, E-Book, Kindle,…
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The Gift that Moves Minds
TOS Admin December 15, 2012
What to give friends this Christmas? “I read Ayn Rand’s fiction years ago and loved it, but I never thought her ideas applied to the real world. Last Christmas [a friend] gave me a subscription to TOS, and I can’t tell you how clarifying it has been. From privatizing education,…
Announcements
The Winter 2012–13 Issue of The Objective Standard
TOS Admin December 13, 2012
The Winter issue of TOS is at press and will be mailed shortly. The e-book and audio versions will be posted by December 25 and 30 respectively. The Kindle edition will be delivered on December 30. The contents of the Winter issue are: FEATURES “The New Abolitionism: Why Education Emancipation…