Coleman Hughes

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Writer, podcaster, and musician whose work challenges prevailing orthodoxies on race, identity, and culture from a classically liberal perspective. Hughes wrote for City Journal and The Atlantic before publishing his 2024 book "The End of Race Politics," which argues against race-conscious policy in favor of universalist approaches. He hosts the Conversations with Coleman podcast on YouTube and Substack, featuring in-depth dialogues with philosophers, scientists, and public intellectuals. Hughes has testified before Congress on race-related policy and is widely regarded as one of the most thoughtful young voices engaging with questions of identity and equality.

Known for

Published 'The End of Race Politics' (2024), arguing against race-conscious policy in favor of universalism
Testified before Congress on reparations, becoming one of the most high-profile voices opposing the policy
Hosts Conversations with Coleman, a long-form podcast featuring philosophers, scientists, and public intellectuals
Has written for City Journal, The Atlantic, and Quillette on race, identity, and social policy