Susan Neiman

Susan Neiman is an American moral philosopher and essayist specializing in the history of philosophy, morality, and the philosophy of politics and religion.

Born and raised in Atlanta, Georgia, Neiman has lived and worked in Germany for many years, serving as the director of the Einstein Forum in Potsdam.

Her unique background as a Jewish American with experience in both the American South and Germany informs her work on comparative historical memory and moral philosophy.

Neiman's writing often explores complex ethical issues, drawing on her expertise in Enlightenment philosophy and her personal experiences to offer nuanced perspectives on contemporary moral challenges.