The New Enlightenment Institute

for the Preservation and Advancement of Civil Democracy
Text Box: We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal; that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable rights; that among these are life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness. Thomas Jefferson Text Box: The character of a nation is determined by the character of its people. Charles Haynes Text Box: Philosophy Arts History Science Education Politics Culture Mission Statement The New Enlightenment Institute for the Preservation and Advancement of Civil Democracy is a non-partisan, educational organization which strives to reduce ignorance and human conflict through the promotion of civil discourse on the power and necessity of human reason and ethical conduct. Through research, lectures, publications, non-partisan political action, and educational projects, the Institute aims to refocus public attention on the principles of the Enlightenment and their influence on America’s Founders and the Founding Documents. Text Box: Thomas W. Gotsill Executive Director P.O. Box 393 Yarmouth Port, MA 02675 tom@newenlightenmentinstitute.com