Mark Blitz, the Fletcher Jones Professor of Political Philosophy, published Aristotle’s Political Philosophy: An Inquiry into the Nicomachean Ethics, Politics, and Rhetoric (University of Notre Dame Press, 2026). In the book, Blitz explores the complexity of Aristotle’s political writings and examines the foundations of political action, devoting special attention to Aristotle’s understanding of virtue, justice, slavery, education, friendship, statesmanship, and speech. From a foundation of comprehensive analysis, Blitz asserts that Aristotelian philosophy remains fundamental for understanding modern political opinions, practices, and institutions. He discussed Aristotle’s Political Philosophy on Conversations with Bill Kristol on April 9, 2026.