Oct 14Did Thomas Jefferson dismiss Plato’s Republic?A letter from Thomas Jefferson to John Adams harshly dismissing Plato’s Republic. But Jefferson wasn’t at the 1787 Constitutional Convention. Perhaps those present at the Convention had a more favorable opinion of Plato? Thomas Jefferson to John Adams, 5 July 1814: I am just returned from one of my long absences, having been at my other home for…5 min read5 min read
Sep 29Pitching a syllabus on Hegelian Dialectics and LawCourse Title: Hegelian Dialectics in Law: An Analysis of Legal Decisions using Charles Lincoln’s “The Dialectical Path of Law” Course Description: This semester-long course will explore the application of Hegelian dialectics in the field of law, using Charles Lincoln’s “The Dialectical Path of Law” as a foundational text. Students will learn…3 min read3 min read
Sep 29Pitching a course on Plato’s Republic and the U.S. ConstitutionCourse Title: Plato’s Republic and American Constitutional Law Course Description: This semester-long course explores the philosophical foundations of government and the development of constitutional law, with a particular focus on Plato’s Republic and its influence on American constitutional thought. Students will engage in close readings of Plato’s work and examine its…2 min read2 min read
May 22The Mysterious Disappearance of Michael Rockefeller: Unraveling the EnigmaIntroduction: On May 18, 1938, Michael Clark Rockefeller, scion of one of America’s most prominent families, was born into a life of privilege and influence. As the son of New York Governor and former U.S. Vice President Nelson Rockefeller, and the great-grandson of Standard Oil co-founder John D. Rockefeller, he…True Crime3 min readTrue Crime3 min read
May 22Mastering the Art of Effective and Efficient Study in Law SchoolRalph Waldo Emerson provided this caution: “Reading long at one time in any book, no matter how it fascinates, destroys thought as completely as the inflections forced by external causes.” Introduction: Embarking on a journey through law school can be both exciting and daunting. The legal field demands diligence, critical…Law School3 min readLaw School3 min read
May 22Unveiling the Epics: “Lawrence of Arabia” and the Timeless Saga of ThemistoclesMurray: Now, the Arab Bureau seems to think you would be of use to them in Arabia. Why? I can’t imagine! You don’t seem able to perform your present duties properly. Lawrence: I cannot fiddle, but I can make a great state from a little city… Murray: What? Lawrence: Themistocles, sir. A great…Lawrenceofarabia3 min readLawrenceofarabia3 min read
May 15Summary of How to Write a Lot by Paul Silvia“How to Write a Lot” by Paul J. Silvia is a concise guide to academic writing productivity. His book emphasizes the importance of setting writing goals and maintaining a regular writing schedule. A quick summary: Silvia encourages academics to prioritize writing as a regular and essential part of their professional…How To Write A Lot1 min readHow To Write A Lot1 min read
May 8What do David Lynch movies and Umberto Eco novels — such as The Name of the Rose — have in common?David Lynch’s movies and Umberto Eco’s The Name of the Rose share a common theme — the exploration of the human psyche and the duality of good and evil. Lynch’s films are characterized by their surreal and enigmatic nature, while Eco’s novel is a masterful work of historical fiction set…David Lynch2 min readDavid Lynch2 min read
May 5Books Read in 2023This is the book list of books that I have been keeping up of the books that I have read so far in 2023. I am currently reading two books — at the bottom of the list. Books Read in 2023 1. Take Arms Against A Sea of Troubles: The…Books4 min readBooks4 min read
May 5Avid readers are actually researchers — here’s why:To begin with, everyone should have a Kindle reader. I’m not saying the Kindle separate device. But on your smartphone, you can download the free Kindle. If you’re an avid reader, you’ve probably heard of the Amazon Kindle, a popular e-reader device that allows you to read books digitally. But…Avid Readers3 min readAvid Readers3 min read
