Max Foley-Keene is Commonweal's digital editor. He holds a doctorate in political theory from Brown University.
Article Just the Goodies Timothy Morton, one of the most influential environmental philosophers of the past two decades, has found Jesus. By Max Foley-Keene October 22, 2024 Religion Climate Change Theology Environment Books Politics
Article Underdogs and GOATs Hanif Abdurraqib's new book explores the meaning of basketball greatness. By Max Foley-Keene May 9, 2024 Sports Books
Article Reading ‘Laudate Deum’ In ‘Laudate Deum,’ Francis seeks nothing less than a revolution in how human beings relate to their own capacities. By Max Foley-Keene October 17, 2023 Climate Change Environment Pope Francis Religion
Article A Toolkit, Not a Blueprint Democracy is not just one regime type among many: it is a non-negotiable requirement of human equality. By Max Foley-Keene September 4, 2023 Books Politics Economy Philosophy
Article What Can Sports Teach Us About Democracy? “Could we imagine a different sports revolution—one where professional sports come to be celebrated as a public good?” By Max Foley-Keene April 15, 2023 Sports Politics Economy Books
Article Beyond Growth The planet cannot provide the endless growth capitalism demands. A new book explores an economic reordering that could move us toward a sustainable future. By Max Foley-Keene November 4, 2020 Climate Change Nonfiction Economy