James Day

James Day is a PhD student, specializing in political philosophy. He received his BA in philosophy from San Jose State University, with a minor in mathematics. His research area is freedom of expression, with a focus in the interaction between affect and the function of political speech. He also has a background in the history of psychology, with a special focus on the George Trumbull Ladd and his intellectual rivalry with William James. He is the chair of the Regional Case Writing Committee for the APPE Intercollegiate Ethics Bowl and has served in a variety of roles at both the regional and national level. Outside of philosophy, he is an avid gamer (video and tabletop alike), runner, and writer.