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Barry Lam and his book "Fewer Rules; Better People"

Antidote to criminal system? 'Fewer rules, better people'

In his first book, UC Riverside Professor of Philosophy Barry Lam broaches widespread criminalization and argues to return decision-making power to “the street level.” “The proliferation of rules and mandates is making us dumber, less moral, more deceptive, and less able to govern important institutions,” Lam argues in “ Fewer...

By J.D. Mathes | April 25, 2025 | Social Science / Education
ALTADENA, CALIFORNIA - JANUARY 09: Khaled Fouad (L) and Mimi Laine (R) embrace as they inspect a family member's property that was destroyed by Eaton Fire on January 09, 2025 in Altadena, California. Fueled by intense Santa Ana Winds, the Eaton Fire has grown to over 10,000 acres and has destroyed many homes and businesses. (Photo by Justin Sullivan/Getty Images)

A philosopher’s view on tragedies brought by LA fires

John Martin Fischer, distinguished professor of philosophy, talks about how to empathize.

By Sandra Baltazar Martínez | January 17, 2025 | Social Science / Education

John Martin Fischer elected to AAAS

The induction will occur in September.

By Sandra Baltazar Martínez | May 2, 2024 | University
A man on a mountain looks at the stars.

Should we live in the moment — or not?

John Martin Fischer, a leading philosopher of free will and moral responsibility, has written two companion essays exploring the ideas of mindfulness and living in the moment, which are often encapsulated in the phrase: “Be here now.” In the first piece, published by Aeon, Fischer sorts through various theories regarding...

By Omar Shamout | June 8, 2021 | Arts / Culture, Social Science / Education
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