Constitution

Terrance Olson, professor at Brigham Young University, discusses how education can foster correct moral principles, and asserts that moral sensibility is central to humanity.

The role of religion in world affairs is a rapidly growing field of international studies. The expansion of interest in this topic dates back to the terrorist attacks of September 11, when it became painfully clear that religion directly affected the interests and security of the United States and its citizens. There is now a large network of academic and policy centers whose purpose is to understand the impact of religion in international affairs. This article explores several principles identified in that research.

Roger Porter, professor at Harvard University, shares the qualities of great American political leaders, claiming that the greatest leaders have a goal-oriented management style.

Michael Wilkins, professor at Biola University, discusses the conflict between the Utah Legislature and the State Board of Education regarding executive authority for public school policy.

Gary Fenstermacher, professor at the University of Michigan, presents a plan for education with a limited federal government role and the purpose of advancing and ennobling humankind. oct 31 2008