The rediscovery of Aristotle's works in Spain by twelfth-century Roman Catholic monks was one of the most significant events in Western intellectual history. The subsequent upheaval in philosophy, theology, and science transformed Christian thinking, unleashing the West's first scientific revolution and putting a unique stamp on Europe's new universities and...

Liberals often speak in seemingly harmless cliches that they hope will penetrate our mental defenses. Here are some of the most egregious examples.

A principled undue hardship defense reconciles separation of powers with the need for flexibility when a statute applies to a situation of a sort not contemplated by the legislature.

I am deeply moved and honored more than I can say by this award from my esteemed colleagues and friends at AEI, and especially because of its association with the name and memory of Irving Kristol, a man for all seasons. Irving Kristol was my teacher, editor, mentor, patron, and...

Liberals crave a comfortable plot, but should instead climb down from their supposed perch atop the moral high ground to find the facts before writing their script.

The following address was delivered as part of a panel discussion on The Upside-Down Constitution. The discussion was hosted by AEI and The Federalist Society.

James Q. Wilson is one of America’s preeminent public policy scholars. For decades, he has analyzed the changing political and cultural landscape with clarity and honesty, bringing his wisdom to bear on all facets of American government and society.