Dennis C. Rasmussen

About the Author

Dennis C. Rasmussen is a distinguished political theorist and professor of government at Tufts University, where he explores the intersections of philosophy, religion, and politics in the Enlightenment era. With a PhD from Princeton University, Rasmussen has dedicated his career to illuminating the intellectual friendships that influenced modern liberal thought. His acclaimed book, The Infidel and the Professor: David Hume, Adam Smith, and the Friendship That Shaped Modern Thought, vividly recounts the profound bond between these two Scottish giants, revealing how their collaboration advanced ideas of skepticism, economics, and moral philosophy. Rasmussen's work bridges historical analysis with contemporary relevance, offering fresh insights into the foundations of secularism and individualism in Western society.