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Truth, Lies, and Authenticity in Politics
There can be a fine line between compromise and lying. Democratic politics certainly requires the former - and it may require the latter, too.
Essays
The Authenticity Deficit in Modern Politics
Timur Kuran casts a skeptical eye at politicians who promise authenticity. Democratic governance tends to complicate matters, he says.
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The Perils and Promise of Authenticity
The Internet demands that we fake authenticity. And so fake authenticity is just what we get.
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Authenticity and Ancient Virtue
Bradley J. Birzer looks at some key figures from the history of liberty: What did they think of authenticity?
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You Can’t Keep a Lid on Discontent Forever
Timur Kuran discusses how bottled-up political resentment can sometimes explode.