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Read the archive   of Wattenberg's   syndicated column     Egypt: The vital middle in the Middle East Home to the world’s largest concentration of Arabs, Egypt is the bellwether for future hopes and prospects in the Arab world. ... more The Promise and Purpose of Genetic Research Many scientists believe that in the next few decades, unlocking the human genetic code will benefit people’s lives more than any ... more   Civility main page Civility Aired 9/3/1998 Some argue that civility in the day-to-day workings of a society is a sign of tolerance, respect, and civilization. Others argue that incivility is a necessary spur to progress, because only incivility can upset an unacceptable status quo.   Stephen Carter     professor of law at Yale University, author of The Culture of Disbelief   Benjamin DeMott     Amherst College Originally Aired: 9/3/1998     Be sure to also check out: Here are some previous Think Tank programs that may be of interest. The Western: America’s Story, Part Two   aired 8/10/2006 The Western: America’s Story, Part One   aired 8/3/2006 Miss Manners: Why Manners Matter   aired 3/2/2006 Send us your thoughts Think Tank is made possible by generous support from the Smith Richardson Foundation, the Bernard and Irene Schwartz Foundation, the Lynde and Harry Bradley Foundation, the John M. Olin Foundation, the Donner Canadian Foundation, the Dodge Jones Foundation, and Pfizer, Inc. ©Copyright Think Tank. All rights reserved.     Web development by Bean Creative.