In an unprecedented portrait of the Republic, Dr. Jacques historically identifies the middle class as the greatest class ever; business as the world's source of liberty and tolerance; and the family as the sovereign union which stands vigilantly between children and the state. Citizens of all backgrounds as well as teachers and theoreticians will find this book to be the clear and concise celebration of the Republic they have long awaited. Dr. Jacques teaches political theory and its practices in the Dept. of Philosophy at Lycoming College in Pennsylvania. He is also the author of The Cat Who Loved Beethoven, a family story about love, home and happiness. He is presently at work on other projects including an introduction to philosophy that is filled with wisdom and fun.