We discuss Aristotle’s reflections on how to improve a regime at the end of Book II of his Politics and apply them to conservative and progressive efforts to reform and revolutionize the American founders’ republic.    
Matt Parks and David Corbin explore the ideas behind today's headlines.
Opening and closing music from the beginning and end of “2020 Vision (Worse than Blind)” by Fred Lancia. Used with permission.
Opening (0:53) - We discuss the start of the school year at Geneva and King’s, fall in New York, perpetual summer in Texas, and Matt’s big week 1 win over Dave in their fantasy football league. 
Required Reading (4:15) - We discuss Aristotle’s critiques of the ancient regimes of Sparta, Corinth, and Carthage, his commendation of Solon’s reforms in Athens, and the application of both to the American regime. Links: Aristotle, The Politics; Calvin Coolidge’s address on the 150th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence.
Gradebook (27:01) - With Dave’s 50th birthday on the horizon, we grade three different ways to celebrate round number birthdays. 
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Matt Parks is the Interim Provost and an Associate Professor of Politics at The King’s College in New York City. David Corbin is Head of School at the Geneva School of Boerne, Texas. All views expressed in this podcast are those of the speaker.

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