Martha C. Nussbaum on Fear in the 2016 Election (Video)
University of Chicago Philosopher Explores Role of Fear in 2016 Election
Renowned University of Chicago philosopher Martha Nussbaum has long argued that emotions play a greater role in politics than many of her mostly male peers might be willing to admit.
Her many books include titles such as “Anger and Forgiveness,” “Political Emotions” and “From Disgust to Humanity.”
In her new book “The Monarchy of Fear: A Philosopher Looks at Our Political Crisis,” Nussbaum explores the role of fear in the 2016 election of President Donald Trump.
Nussbaum joins us in discussion.
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