Books
All the Kingdoms of the World
All the Kingdoms of the World critiques new radical religious doctrines, especially Catholic integralism, which seek to replace liberal democracy. It offers a compelling narrative on the resurgence of faith-infused political movements in the 21st century, countering the notion that such ideologies faded in the 20th century…
Trust in a Polarized Age
Trust in a Polarized Age explores the decline of trust among Americans and its role in increasing ideological conflicts. Political philosopher Kevin Vallier challenges the prevailing sense of hopelessness, arguing that trust isn’t doomed to decline. He defends liberalism by integrating political philosophy…
Must Politics Be War?
In Must Politics Be War?, Kevin Vallier argues that the decline in trust among Americans fuels intense ideological conflicts and partisanship. While many view this polarization as a historical norm, Vallier contends that liberal democratic institutions can sustain social and political trust among diverse groups…
Liberal Politics and Public Faith
In Liberal Politics and Public Faith: Beyond Separation, Kevin Vallier attempts to reestablish mutual respect by developing a liberal political theory that avoids the standard liberal hostility to religious voices in public life. He claims that the dominant form of academic liberalism, public reason liberalism…