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Philippe Mesly

Based in Toronto, Canada, Philippe is a writer, translator, horticulturalist, and craftsperson, whose work examines intersections of political economy, philosophy, and environmental issues. He is the organizer of the Great Lakes Institute, which seeks to cultivate an independent, regional intellectual community.

Articles by Philippe Mesly

The Organic Metaphor in Politics

The crumbling liberal democratic order, combined with climate change and various environmental crises, has led to widespread reconsideration of the basics of political thought. Among the strongest forces in this…
October 12, 2023