Ask the Ethicist: A Live Session with Kwame Anthony Appiah

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Join the Library of Congress for a lively and thought-provoking evening with the 2024 recipient of the John W. Kluge Prize for Achievement in the Study of Humanity and New York Times columnist behind “The Ethicist.”

In this special live event, you’ll explore real-world moral dilemmas and cast your vote on what you would do. Then, hear how one of today’s most influential public philosophers thinks through the same questions.

Thoughtful, engaging and full of surprising moments, this interactive program allows you to reflect on everyday ethical questions in a way that’s personal, relevant and even fun.Show More
Ask the Ethicist: A Live Session with Kwame Anthony Appiah
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