CFCI

The Classical Forum for Contemporary Issues (CFCI) seeks to revive and apply the timeless wisdom of the classical tradition to modern challenges. Inspired by the Socratic method and other principles of classical thought, we provide a space to explore and foment humanistic ideas with intellectual rigor, open dialogue, and clarity of argument. 

Purpose

• Foster Thoughtful Dialogue: Promote conversations that embrace complexity and nuance, inspired by the dialectical techniques of Socrates and other classical thinkers.
• Clarify Arguments: Break down contemporary issues to reveal their core ideas, logical structures, and rhetorical strategies.
• Engage Opposing Ideas: Create an environment where differing perspectives are explored respectfully and constructively.
• Bridge Past and Present: Apply insights from the classical tradition to better understand today’s challenges, fostering timeless principles in a modern context.