In Search of Enlightenment

A political philosopher's reflections on politics, philosophy, science, medicine and law. "Enlightenment is man's emergence from his self-incurred immaturity" (Immanuel Kant, 1784).

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Name: Colin Farrelly
Location: Kingston, Ontario, Canada

I am the Sir Edward Peacock Professor of Political Theory in the Department of Political Studies, Queen's University (Cross-appointed with Philosophy) in Canada.

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Previous Posts

  • New Book Promo (Short video trailer)
  • 20 Year Anniversary! (new YouTube Channel)
  • Contributing to Philosophical Biology
  • RIP Habermas (1929-2026)
  • Rule #31
  • Nature Commentary on AI
  • Apes Share Human Ability ot Imagine
  • Book cover
  • Start of Winter Term (2026) Intro Lecture (Part 1)
  • Happy Holiday Season!

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