Arendt in the Background

The video discusses the influences behind the book 'The Virtues of Mendacity,' focusing on the role of political lying. The author reflects on how reviewing books by Christopher Hitchens and George Stephanopoulos, along with reading Hannah Arendt's essays, shaped his thoughts. The paradox of lying in politics, where moral conventions are often suspended, is explored, highlighting the complexity and ambiguity of political discourse.

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