Tag: Michael Sandel
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Seething populist anger and lessons for U.S. in German elections
Michael Sandel’s views of the myth of meritocracy influenced Germany’s new chancellor and may offer ideas for the way forward for the U.S.
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Great promise but potential for peril
Harvard experts examine the promise and potential pitfalls as AI takes a bigger decision-making role in more industries.
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Why some Americans refuse to social distance and wear masks
Michael Sandel offers up his thoughts on what we owe others in the age of coronavirus.
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Two online classes aim to bridge all Harvard students, Schools
Professors Michael Sandel and Daniel Schrag are inviting all Harvard degree students to join in two University-wide courses this fall designed to spark conversation and mutual learning across the campuses.
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If Harvard were to reopen today, who should be allowed to return?
Harvard Professor Michael Sandel led a campuswide audience in a Zoom event, “Harvard Live: Pandemic Ethics.”
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Why ‘truth’ beats facts
Harvard Kennedy School discussion takes a look at why we can’t agree on facts any more.
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Debating markets and morals in Moscow
About 1,500 Russian students recently packed a historic building adjacent to the Kremlin for a lecture and public discussion led by Harvard Professor Michael Sandel on ethics, markets, and democracy.
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China’s philosophical dilemma
A forum at Tsai Auditorium marked the publication of “Encountering China: Michael Sandel and Chinese Philosophy.”
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To understand Trump, learn from his voters
To understand Donald Trump’s rise to power, Harvard Professor Michael Sandel says, it’s important to learn from his voters, who are concerned about economic inequality, professional hubris, dignified work, and patriotism.
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Trials for a global university
With travel to the United States temporarily banned from some Muslim-majority nations, Harvard officials and students are rallying to support members of the global University’s international community.
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Debating democracy itself
As part of HUBweek, Harvard political philosopher Michael Sandel led a civic dialogue on the value of democracy and civic life on the night of the first presidential debate.
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At HUBweek, ideas for living
With a wide array of events at the intersection of science, technology, arts, and ethics, HUBweek returns to Boston for a second year. Harvard, one of HUBweek’s founders, will host 14 of the 115 events.
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Smith gives voice to broken promise
Anna Deavere Smith is back at the American Repertory Theater with a one-woman show aimed at failures in the U.S. education system.
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‘People want politics to be about big things’
Interview with Michael Sandel, the Anne T. and Robert M. Bass Professor of Government, as part of the Experience series.
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Pedro, a pitcher with ‘no space to fail’
Former Boston Red Sox pitching great Pedro Martinez spoke with Professor Michael Sandel Tuesday about his illustrious 18-year career.
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Man vs. machine
Harvard’s Michael Sandel and an all-star panel engaged in a “Justice” style dialogue to kick off HUBweek.
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Harvard hosting HUBweek
As one of four sponsors, Harvard will be a major player in HUBweek, hosting 18 presentations celebrating Boston area innovation.
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Seeking ethical clarity
A group of students from China, Japan, and the United States — including four from Harvard — grappled with ethical concerns in a discussion led by Anne T. and Robert M. Bass Professor of Government Michael Sandel.
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Democracy, debated in Parliament
Harvard Professor Michael Sandel led members of the United Kingdom’s House of Commons and House of Lords, along with students and members of the public, through an intense discussion on the nature and importance of democracy, as part of a first-of-its-kind program held in the Speaker’s House in Parliament.
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Making a case for democracy
Michael Sandel, the renowned political philosopher and professor, will debate the meaning of democracy at the Palace of Westminster in London as part of the BBC’s “Democracy Day.”
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A breadth of learning
Harvard’s Online Learning gateway houses the University’s open online learning opportunities under one roof for the first time, and anyone can access the breadth and depth of Harvard’s learning content.
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A taste of Harvard in Shanghai
Harvard Center Shanghai provides programming support, local expertise, and meeting space for Harvard researchers, students, and alumni in one of the world’s most dynamic cities.
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Letting religion in
Two political philosophers explored the role of religion in public life during a discussion sponsored by the nonprofit organization The Veritas Forum.
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EdX expansion set for spring
EdX, the online learning initiative founded by Harvard University and the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, announced its spring course and module offerings, including four at Harvard.
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A class open to the world
Michael Sandel’s discussion of ‘Justice’ connects Harvard students with those in four other nations
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A wider mission for Ed Portal
The Harvard Allston Education Portal celebrated its fifth year of programming and an expansion of its facility and its mission with a community event that featured performances by Harvard students and a lecture by faculty member Michael Sandel.