Perspectives for a New Enlightenment: Essays in Humanist Understanding
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George Hewson will present his book Perspectives for a New Enlightenment: Essays in Humanist Understanding.
In Perspectives for a New Enlightenment, George Hewson offers readers a clear, engaging, and intellectually generous introduction to thirteen of the most pressing issues facing humanists today. Each chapter distills the essential considerations of its topic—art, democracy, science, First Peoples, economics, and more—providing a solid foundation for informed discussion without oversimplifying the complexity of the questions involved. Designed for both newcomers and seasoned humanists, the book equips readers to think critically and explore further, with every chapter concluding in an annotated bibliography that highlights diverse viewpoints and invites deeper research. This is not a manifesto but a guide: a thoughtful companion for anyone committed to evidence, dialogue, and the ongoing pursuit of human understanding. Click here to read some of George Hewson's articles.
Schedule:
10:00 AM - 10:20 AM welcoming and chit-chat
You can join our Humanists Online Vancouver/Humanist Canada Zoom meeting at
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/3546290665?pwd=NTFsNVJJTVJ1ajR4cTJrck4wWnNGQT09
Meeting ID: 354 629 0665
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MEMBERS VOTE TOPICS EACH SUNDAY
Previous topics:
• Are hate speech laws compatible with free speech?
• Should civil servants be allowed to strike?
• Should the head of state/government be allowed to grant pardons?
• What would be a rational immigration policy?
• What are the pros/cons of DEI?
• Should parents be allowed to opt out of childhood vaccines?
• Is diversity our strength?
• Is misogyny a learned behavior or an innate trait?
• Should we have birthright citizenship?
• Can news be unbiased?
• Should protests be allowed in front of legislators' homes?
ANNOUNCEMENT
The TOPIC getting the most votes, above or below 50%, will be considered the number one choice to be discussed.
Same with numbers two and three.
In the choice of the number of topics to be discussed on that day,
the choice receiving the most votes, above or below 50%, will be considered the number one choice.
DISCLAIMER: The views and opinions expressed in these topics and this group are those of the authors and do not necessarily reflect the
official policy or position of Humanists Online Vancouver (HOV)/Humanist Canada.