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The Student Forum "Religion, Science & the State"
Wed, Feb 18
|Austin Institute
For Alexis de Tocqueville, the study of politics always involved the study of “mores,” the moral and intellectual habits that define a people. In this seminar series, we will explore Tocqueville’s study of American and democratic mores as they manifest in the domains of religion and science.
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Time & Location
Feb 18, 2026, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM
Austin Institute, 3206 Fairfax Walk, Austin, TX 78705, USA
About The Event
The short seminars are led by an expert in the field and focus on exploring topics that help develop intellectual and moral virtues, particularly those that contribute to the flourishing of the individual and the establishment of healthy human relationships.
The first spring seminar will be lead by Antonio Sosa.
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