Easy Chair No. 165, March 10, 1988 - Pragmatism

CR101 Radio - Podcast Network · Oct 10, 2026 · 1h

Rushdoony and Scott examine pragmatism, the American form of existentialism, which defines truth by what “works” rather than by God or eternal standards. Pragmatism dominates education, politics, business, law, and even religion, leading to consumer-oriented, self-centered thinking, situation ethics, and the erosion of merit, permanence, and moral restraint. It fosters a society focused on immediate gain, social conformity, and personal advantage, while undermining truth, craftsmanship, and enduring values in art, architecture, and culture.

They note how pragmatism corrodes Christianity…