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"Epistemology is a Moral Matter," a Talk by Craig Biddle
TOS Admin October 17, 2010
Craig Biddle will present “Epistemology is a Moral Matter” at the North Texas Objectivist Society (NTOS) on Friday, Oct 22, at 7:00 p.m. The next evening, from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m., Mr. Biddle will participate in a Q&A period about his work and Objectivism. And following the Q&A, NTOS will…
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TOS Subscription Upgrades
TOS Admin July 13, 2010
Due to popular demand, we have created a quick-and-easy means of upgrading to our new Audio, E-book, and Premium subscriptions. If you wish to upgrade, simply click on the Renew/Upgrade button in the navigation bar, log in, and make your selection. Upgrade prices based on your existing subscription and…
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OCON Workshop on Starting and Growing an Objectivist Community Club
TOS Admin June 29, 2010
If you are attending OCON next week and have any interest in starting an Objectivist community club in your hometown, this is a good opportunity to learn from those who have a successful track record in such ventures: Join the Oclubs.org workshop at OCON. Learn how to start & grow…
Philosophy, Politics & Rights
Altruism vs. America
TOS Admin February 11, 2010
[The following is an excerpt of from Craig Biddle’s article “The Creed of Sacrifice vs. The Land of Liberty.” Citations have been omitted here but are available in the article, which is accessible for free.] The correlation between the morality of sacrifice and the violation of rights is no accident.…
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TOS is now available via Kindle Magazine Subscription
TOS Admin February 6, 2010
Amazon.com has offered TOS in Kindle Book format (i.e., single issues) since last May, but they've not offered the journal via their highly exclusive Kindle Magazine program (i.e., via subscription), which currently includes only 48 periodicals. Today, however, Amazon added TOS to their Kindle Magazine lineup. Kindle owners, enjoy!
Announcements, Ayn Rand & Objectivism, Philosophy, Politics & Rights
The Source and Nature of Rights, Part IV
TOS Admin January 21, 2010
Part four of Craig Biddle’s six-hour seminar The Source and Nature of Rights has been posted to UFM’s website and is accessible for free. In this section, Mr. Biddle concludes his discussion of Ayn Rand’s ethics and theory of rights.
Announcements, Ayn Rand & Objectivism, Philosophy, Politics & Rights
The Source and Nature of Rights, Part III
TOS Admin January 15, 2010
Part three of Craig Biddle’s six-hour seminar The Source and Nature of Rights has been posted to UFM’s website and is accessible for free. In this section, Mr. Biddle continues his discussion of Ayn Rand’s ethics and theory of rights.
History, Politics & Rights
How to Deal with the Somali Pirates
TOS Admin January 2, 2010
According to the New York Times, Somali pirates hijacked a British-flagged vehicle carrier off the Somali coast late on Friday. For a principled and historically grounded analysis of what the civilized world should do about such atrocities, read Doug Altner's excellent essay “The Barbary Wars and Their Lesson for Combating…
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TOS Newsstand Distribution Increase
TOS Admin December 18, 2009
Because The Objective Standard is selling well on the newsstands, Ingram (our newsstand distributor) increased its order by 20% with the Winter issue and is now distributing TOS to more than 400 stores nationwide (mostly Barnes & Noble). Look for the journal on your local newsstands, and if they don't…
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Two New Audio Articles
TOS Admin December 15, 2009
Audio versions of Paul Hsieh's article "How the Freedom to Contract Protects Insurability" and Richard M. Salsman's article "Altruism: The Moral Root of the Financial Crisis" have been posted to our Audio page. These recordings are accessible for free and can be played directly on our website or downloaded to…
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Stuff The Standard
TOS Admin December 11, 2009
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. Online gift subscriptions are currently on sale for 60% off the regular rate (as low as…
Announcements, Politics & Rights
The Source and Nature of Rights, Part II
TOS Admin November 24, 2009
Part two of Craig Biddle’s six-hour seminar, The Source and Nature of Rights, given at Universidad Francisco Marroquín in October, has been posted to UFM’s website and is accessible for free. In this section, Mr. Biddle begins presenting the principles of Ayn Rand’s ethics that give rise to her…
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Capitalism: The Only Moral Social System
TOS Admin November 24, 2009
Craig Biddle’s talk Capitalism: The Only Moral Social System, given at Universidad Francisco Marroquín on October 28, has been posted to UFM’s website and is accessible for free. Enjoy!
Announcements, Politics & Rights
The Source and Nature of Rights, Part I
TOS Admin November 14, 2009
The video of part one of Craig Biddle’s six-hour seminar, The Source and Nature of Rights, has been posted to the website of Universidad Francisco Marroquín. In this first hour, Mr. Biddle surveys common theories of rights—from God-given rights to man-made rights to so-called "natural" rights—and explains why each…
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John David Lewis on 'The Big Biz Show'
TOS Admin October 7, 2009
John David Lewis will be on “The Big Biz Show” with Bob “Sully” Sullivan & Russ “T” Nailz, Wed, Oct 7 at 2:40 p.m. Pacific Time. The show can be heard live online from 1 to 3 p.m. Pacific Time at www.businesstalkradio.net (click on “Listen Live”).