Elizabeth Whitworth

Senior SEO Writer

Elizabeth has a lifelong love of books. She devours nonfiction, especially in the areas of history, theology, and philosophy. A switch to audiobooks has kindled her enjoyment of well-narrated fiction, particularly Victorian and early 20th-century works. She appreciates idea-driven books—and a classic murder mystery now and then. Elizabeth has a Substack and is writing a book about what the Bible says about death and hell.

Expertise

History, Theology, Government

Awards

Contributions to joint task force efforts (FBI), Contributions to Special Operations Division (DOJ & DEA), Efforts to fight the war on drugs (NSA), Contributions to Operation Storm Front (US Customs Service)

College Admissions Criteria: Why Elite Schools Are So Selective

Why are some college admissions criteria so narrow? Why do elite schools keep their acceptance rates so low? Elite colleges and universities in the U.S. typically accept less than 10% of applicants. In Excellent Sheep, author and former Yale professor William Deresiewicz makes the case that these institutions are so selective that they actually harm students and society. Keep reading for Deresiewicz’s explanation of why elite schools’ admissions criteria are so selective.

Mark Levin: American Marxism Must Be Stopped

Is Marxism on the rise in the U.S.? What’s the agenda? What can be done about it? According to Mark Levin, American Marxism must be stopped. His book purports to be an exposé on the rise of Marxism in the U.S. He discusses the ideologies that comprise American Marxism, how American Marxists are indoctrinating the public with these theories, and what Americans can do to keep their freedom. Keep reading for an overview of Levin’s book.

How to Handle Disappointments: Respond Like a Stoic

How do you respond when things go wrong? How should you feel, and what should you do? The Stoic philosophers taught that we should pursue virtuous living. They recognized, though, that we will inevitably suffer setbacks on that journey. In The Daily Stoic, Ryan Holiday and Stephen Hanselman share the Stoics’ advice for dealing with life’s setbacks. Continue reading to learn how to handle disappointments the Stoic way.

Is White Privilege Real? One Man’s Journey to Awareness

Is white privilege real? How might you examine the issue more closely? James O’Brien is one of the UK’s leading radio presenters, with over 1.2 million weekly listeners to his daily current affairs talk show. In his book How Not to Be Wrong, he explains how he had failed to see his own race as a factor in his success. Keep reading to learn how O’Brien came to change his mind.

How to Choose a College: Prioritizing Quality Education

Are you or your child considering college? What are your priorities? If you’re wondering how to choose a college, conventional wisdom might lead you astray. Prestigious schools might seem to be the way to go. But, not only are they outrageously expensive, they don’t necessarily provide the best education, according to William Deresiewicz. Keep reading to learn Deresiewicz’s advice, along with some tips on how to make the most of a college tour.

What Is American Marxism? A Critique of Mark Levin’s Claim

What is American Marxism, really? Is the label fair and accurate? In American Marxism, Mark Levin argues that Democrats and leftist organizations are fueling a Marxist revolution against American culture and society. Critics claim that Levin uses the term “Marxism” too broadly. Let’s take a look at Levin’s argument and explore its validity.

6 Satya Nadella Quotes to Inspire Business Leaders

What are the best Satya Nadella quotes from Hit Refresh? How do these statements succinctly capture the book’s message? Hit Refresh describes how Satya Nadella brought new life to Microsoft by rediscovering its “soul” when he took over as CEO in 2014. He articulated the company’s mission, transformed the corporate culture, and formed strategic partnerships with Microsoft’s fiercest competitors. Let’s take a look at some quotes that highlight the book’s principles.

Social Inequality in Education: How Elite Schools Are Exclusive

What factors do college admissions teams look at? What effect does this have on social mobility? In Excellent Sheep, William Deresiewicz identifies four factors that elite schools’ admissions teams consider, and he discusses how each factor privileges affluent students. He also explores why this exclusion of non-elite students perpetuates social inequality in education. Read more to understand Deresiewicz’s argument.

The Importance of Technology in Society: Advice for Policymakers

What if everyone in the world had internet access? What if the world had more researchers and scientists? Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella daydreams like this. He envisions a world in which technology advances freely and benefits everyone. To that end, he offers some advice to policymakers in his book Hit Refresh as he discusses the importance of technology in society. Read more to learn what could be done—and what the world could be like in the future.

Live in the Real World: Sage Advice From the Stoics

Do you embrace life with all of its flaws, or do you pretend they aren’t there? Are you practical, or are you fanciful? Philosophers might be accused of living in abstraction, pontificating on life while detached from its realities. The Stoics, though, believed that life isn’t something you just talk about; it’s meant to be lived in stark reality. Read more to learn how the Stoics urge us to live in the real world.