When Bad Thinking Happens to Good People

UW-Madison philosophers (and Phi Beta Kappans) Steven Nadler and Lawrence Shapiro consider how large masses of people can embrace crazy, even dangerous ideas and how this bad thinking drives bad acting, inspiring exceptionally bad behavior. Nadler and Shapiro offer a way forward: the best antidote for bad thinking and acting is the wisdom, insights, and practical skills of philosophy.

Refreshments will be served.