Joshua Duclos
Dr. Josh Duclos is the 1923 Chair of Humanities at St. Paul's School in Concord, NH. He earned a MA in Humanities from the University of Chicago and a PhD in philosophy from Boston University. A former Fulbright scholar, he is the author of numerous articles in moral and political philosophy and one book: Wilderness, Morality, and Value (Lexington, 2022).
Dr. Josh Duclos
Concord, NH 03301
jsduclos@bu.edu
Available Program Formats: In person or online presentations
Joshua Duclos's Programs
US@250: Why Democracy?
Meet us at the Manchester Millyard Museum to help observe the great American experiment! As part of our celebration of the nation’s 250th anniversary through the NH Humanities Council’s US@250 program, the Manchester City Library has partnered with the Manchester Millyard Museum to host an examination of the concept of democracy, led by Dr. Joshua Duclos. For those who believe in the value of democracy (its efficacy and its morality), it is important to analyze, articulate, and explore the arguments in which democracy is grounded.
For questions, call David Basora at 603-624-6550 x7643 or email dbasora@manchesternh.gov
This event is made possible by New Hampshire Humanities, in partnership with NHPBS, with additional support provided by Cogswell Benevolent Trust. By the People: Conversations Beyond 250 is a series of community driven programs created by humanities councils in collaboration with local partners. The initiative was developed by the Federation of State Humanities Councils and the Smithsonian Center for Folklife and Cultural Heritage.
Why Democracy?
Democracy often seems like the one thing that brings people together in political debates. After all, only dictators and fools question the value of democracy…right? Yet the value of democracy has been repeatedly challenged throughout history. Philosophers like Plato and Confucius thought democracy was a terrible idea, and some contemporary political theorists speculate that democracy may not be as useful or moral as we suppose. For those who believe in the value of democracy, it is important to explore the arguments in which democracy is grounded. This talk does three things: (1) explains what democracy is; (2) explains why serious thinkers have distrusted democracy; and (3) explores the best contemporary arguments in favor of democracy.
"Josh was by far one of the best presenters we've had...Participants stayed in discussion well after his talk was finished and even into the next weeks casual gatherings. So much to think about!"
-HTG Host
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