Leo Strauss and the American Right

Author: (Canada) Drouiller, translated by Liu Hua et al.
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Publish Date: 2006-07-01
Features: Leo Strauss was a mysterious political philosopher. During the administrations of Reagan and George H.W. Bush, many key positions in U.S. government agencies were occupied by his disciples. By the time of George W. Bush's presidency, especially after the September 11th attacks, exploring the relationship between hardline politicians and the Straussians became a hot topic in public discourse. The author of this book, from a liberal standpoint, delivers a fierce critique of Strauss's political philosophy, pointing out that if this theory were to guide real-world politics, it would lead to severe consequences, potentially endangering the fundamental foundations of liberal democratic governance. Many of the author's arguments resonate strongly with liberal and liberal-left intellectuals in the academic community, making this book a frequently cited reference in debates.