Arash Abizadeh

Arash Abizadeh is a Full Professor at McGill University, holding dual appointments in the Department of Philosophy and the Department of Political Science. His expertise spans contemporary political theory, history of philosophy (particularly early modern), democratic theory, nationalism, and border ethics. He explores themes like the legitimacy of state coercion, migration policies, and voting systems through interdisciplinary lenses.

Abizadeh’s research engages deeply with Thomas Hobbes’ philosophy, examining ethical frameworks, sovereignty, and practical reasoning. His work critiques traditional notions of closed borders, advocating for more open immigration policies grounded in democratic principles. He also analyzes voting power dynamics using formal models and proposes institutional reforms like election-sortition hybrids to enhance political equality.

His publications reflect a focus on normative political theory, historical philosophy, and applied ethics. Recent trends include interdisciplinary approaches to power structures, the ethics of territorial control, and democratic legitimacy in global contexts. He speaks and writes fluently in English, Farsi, and French, and is widely accessible for media commentary across platforms.

Abizadeh’s scholarship bridges theoretical rigor with practical implications for modern governance, offering innovative solutions to persistent political dilemmas.