C. Bradley Thompson

C. Bradley Thompson is a Professor in the Department of Political Science at Clemson University and Executive Director of the Snow Institute for the Study of Capitalism (SISC). He holds a Ph.D. from Brown University and has served as a visiting scholar at Princeton University, Harvard University, and the University of London. His research focuses on political philosophy, the American Revolution, and ideological studies, with particular emphasis on John Adams and the moral foundations of American political thought.

Thompson's major works include America's Revolutionary Mind (2019), Neoconservatism: An Obituary for an Idea (2010), and John Adams and the Spirit of Liberty (1998). He frequently contributes to publications like The Times Literary Supplement and lectures on education reform and the Declaration of Independence.

His academic leadership includes directing the SISC, which studies capitalism's role in society. Thompson critiques neoconservatism and champions classical liberal principles, emphasizing liberty and limited government. His interdisciplinary approach bridges political theory, history, and policy analysis, reflecting his commitment to foundational American ideals.