Russell Blackford
Philosophy
Russell Blackford is an Australian writer, philosopher, and critic.
Born in Sydney, he grew up near Newcastle, NSW before moving to Melbourne in 1979.
He returned to Newcastle in 2009.
Blackford is known for his work on freedom of speech, religion, and secular ethics.
His books include "The Tyranny of Opinion" and "Freedom of Religion and the Secular State." As a self-described "Enlightenment liberal," Blackford often critiques both left and right-wing ideologies, advocating for nuanced discourse and traditional liberal values.
His writing combines academic rigor with accessibility, addressing contemporary social and political issues.
