In this episode, Jason and Dr. Smith discuss Sir Roger Scruton (1944-2020), a conservative political Philosopher and author of the book, "The Uses of Pessimism". We cover:

- Legacy of Roger Scruton

- Three Principles of Pessimism

- Pessimism and Optimism

- The "Best Case Fallacy"

- The "Born Free Fallacy"

- The "Utopian Fallacy"

Roger Scruton "The Uses of Pessimism" - https://www.amazon.com/Uses-Pessimism-Danger-False-Hope-ebook/dp/B0048EKUFY/ref=sr_1_5?keywords=pessimism&qid=1579719169&sr=8-5

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