George Scialabba is no fan of political theory: “Imagination, sympathy, solidarity — by whatever name: this is the true engine of political progress”
Arts & Letters Daily • 2/7/2026
Summary
George Scialabba expresses a critical view of political theory, stating that imagination, sympathy, and solidarity are the true drivers of political progress.
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