Kenneth J. Howell explores a fundamental question: why study mathematics? In First Things, the self-taught mathematician argues that if we continue to regard mathematics in purely utilitarian terms we will enmesh ourselves in an unwinnable debate over woke teaching. Math, Howell proposes, should be studied mainly for its eternal truth value. In so doing it can foster intellect in people of all races and aid in the development of human virtues.

Palestinian Culture: Unique in its Own Destructive Way
Although the Palestinian Authority enjoys an array of cultural departments and programs, A.J. Caschetta in Jewish World Review finds that all of it – art, education, literature, poetry, music, education and film – is oriented to two goals: the vilification of Jews and the destruction of Israel. Caschetta notes this is in sharp contrast to Arab and Muslim traditions, which include myriad aesthetically normal cultural works. Palestinianism, Caschetta finds, is “a very sick culture”, driven by resentment and fuelled by hate.


