Aaron M. Griffith

Aaron M. Griffith is an Associate Professor of Philosophy at William & Mary. His research focuses on metaphysics, social ontology, philosophy of race, and truthmaking. He is completing a book project titled Truth and Social Reality for Oxford University Press, exploring how social structures influence truth and reality.

Griffith's work bridges abstract metaphysical inquiry with socially relevant topics like systemic racism, gender, and intergenerational ethics. Key research areas include grounding theory, social constructionism, and the intersection of metaphysics with social justice. He has authored over 20 peer-reviewed articles in journals such as Philosophical Studies, Erkenntnis, and Analysis.

His recent publications analyze systemic racism's metaphysical foundations, deflationary theories of truth, and the temporal dimensions of moral rights. Notable works include What is Systemic Racism? (2024) and Basic Racial Realism (2023). Griffith also reviews major works in metaphysics and social philosophy, demonstrating his commitment to advancing interdisciplinary dialogue.

Griffith's research emphasizes how metaphysical concepts (e.g., grounding, essence) apply to social realities, arguing that understanding these connections is vital for ethical and political discourse. His work often challenges traditional ontological frameworks to address contemporary social issues.