Interview with Seyla Benhabib, the Eugene Meyer Professor of Political Science and Philosophy at Yale University Emerita and Senior Research Fellow at Columbia Law School and the Center for Contemporary Critical Thought

Interview with Seyla Benhabib, the Eugene Meyer Professor of Political Science and Philosophy at Yale University Emerita and Senior Research Fellow at Columbia Law School and the Center for Contemporary Critical Thought

Author: Clarke Forum for Contemporary Issues April 27, 2026 Duration: 0:00
Student Project Manager Isa Mester ’26 interviews Seyla Benhabib, renowned philosopher and legal scholar. In the conversation, Benhabib reflects on the current global state of refugee law and examines the challenges facing the postwar international order. She explores the deep connection between philosophy and law, emphasizing how legal categories shape our understanding of justice and human rights. Despite the often difficult and emotionally taxing nature of the field, Benhabib expresses a sense of hope and the importance of continuing this work. The interview concludes with her insights on the intellectual and personal tools necessary to succeed in the study and practice of international law. Read more

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