David Weinstein

David Weinstein is a Professor of Political Science at Wake Forest University, specializing in political philosophy and the intersection of liberalism, utilitarianism, and Jewish studies. He holds a Ph.D. from Johns Hopkins University and has held prestigious visiting roles at Hebrew University of Jerusalem, Mansfield College (Oxford University), and the Oxford Centre for Hebrew and Jewish Studies.

• Education: Ph.D. in Political Science, Johns Hopkins University (1988)

Research Interests: His scholarly work focuses on reconciling individual liberty with communal responsibilities in political theory, analyzing utilitarian frameworks for equality, and exploring historical contexts of liberal thought. Publications include co-edited volumes and articles in journals such as Utilitas, Political Studies, and History of Political Thought.

Affiliations: Center for Ethics (Faculty Fellow, 2006-2007).

Scientific Awards:

• Scheinburn Postdoctoral Fellowship
• Visiting Fellow at Mansfield College, Oxford
• Visiting Scholar at Oxford Centre for Hebrew and Jewish Studies