Falguni A. Sheth
I’m a philosopher and political theorist/analyst who teaches at Hampshire College in Amherst, MA, US. I have published several books and many academic articles on social, political, legal, and race issues. Here, I write about all kinds of things, from politics, race, terrorism, miscegenation, feminism, philosophy, and whatever else captivates my attention.
I didn’t realize that this blog would take off as suddenly as it did (thanks to a number of folks), but I’m pleased that so many others share my interest in these topics. I figure I should post on a regular schedule, so I’ll try to write two to three times weekly–not sure of the days yet. From time to time, I will post guest columns from smart folks who work on topics that we need to think about.
Finally, in case you haven’t noticed already, my background is South Asian, my attitude is unapologetically Jersey, (and yes, my heart belongs to San Francisco). I aspire to live in a more just world. I suspect you do, too, so I thank you for stopping by to think through certain things with me.
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Beautiful response to Katha Pollit…my first contact with your thinking and writing…will not be the last, that’s for certain.
I read your response to Kathi Pollit after following a link from Glenn Greenwald. Very well written and inspiring. It would have been nice to have another Democrat challenge Obama on the issues that Ron Paul is raising. These are Progressive issues and they are fundamental. It should be unacceptable to support anyone that purports to be progressive if they undermine these basic civil liberties and continue to wage endless war.
Please thank Glenn Greenwald for pointing me in the direction of your blog! And thank you for creating one! I really enjoyed your piece and the commentary of your readers. I’ll be back…!
Thanks so much for your supportive words. I will try to continue writing critically and clearly.
I will share your post about Kris Kobach. I am an like many Americans a mixed breed. I have Mexican blood flowing through my veins as well as Irish, Spanish and a dash of French. I take issue with Mr. Kobach and his campaign of deception. Thank you for writing this blog.
Great, please do share it. And thanks for reading.