Contest Over the Moral Code of the West Emerges as a Foundational Question on the Road to a New Politics

Once a party rooted in religious faith, the Democrats now embrace tribalism.

Via Wikimedia Commons
Raphael, 'The School of Athens,' 1509-1511. Via Wikimedia Commons

There were many issues on the table in the 2024 election. The most fundamental one, though, was the contest between the moral code of the West and its chief rival. Nothing is more central to Western civilization than the idea that moral requirements must be universalizable. 

Have an account? Log In

To continue reading, please select:

Limited Access

Enter your email to read for FREE

Get 1 FREE article

Continue with
or
Unlimited Access

Join the Sun for a PENNY A DAY

$0.01/day for 60 days

Cancel anytime

100% ad free experience

Unlimited article and commenting access

Full annual dues ($120) billed after 60 days

By continuing you agree to our
Privacy Policy and Terms of Service.
Advertisement
The New York Sun

© 2025 The New York Sun Company, LLC. All rights reserved.

Use of this site constitutes acceptance of our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy. The material on this site is protected by copyright law and may not be reproduced, distributed, transmitted, cached or otherwise used.

The New York Sun

Sign in or  Create a free account

or
By continuing you agree to our Privacy Policy and Terms of Use