American Elections, What would Aristotle Say?

Catholic Studies Academy Podcast

In this episode of Take Every Thought Captive, Dr. Smith and Dr. Bulzacchelli discuss the recent US elections using the political categories developed by Aristotle, including aristocracy, oligarchy, democracy, republicanism, etc. Dr. Smith defends the view that American politics features a broad middle-class, focused on the household defending itself from domination by oligarchs and revolution and redistribution by the "dispossessed." Topics: What is democracy? How do democracy and oligarchy differ? Why is the middle-class the predominant class in a republic? The distinguishing values of oligarchy, democracy, and republicanism Immigration The future of American politics For more great content from Dr. Smith visit: https://logosletter2022.substack.com/