A thesis takes form.

Pragmatism, a distinctly American mode of philosophy, deserves a far-reaching reconsideration. In a political, social, and economic situation that reeks of conflict and is rifle with impractical attempts at reconciliation, pragmatism offers a unique framework to effectively address the growing number of crises we face. This thesis seeks to evaluate the historical situation of pragmatism within the greater Western philosophical canon, and pay homage to the transcendentalist roots by arguing in favor of a unique political application for the theoretical framework. This thesis will progress through two distinct sections, first a genealogy of pragmatism, and second and argument about how pragmatism can be a sufficient framework for producing solutions to crisis. Through this structure, two clear research questions will guide the work: (1) does pragmatism deserve greater attention and consideration in the philosophical canon, and (2) does the pragmatic focus on practical application in human experience create an epistemological and metaphysical framework that can solve crisis? To read the entire proposal, click here --> thesis proposal.