In "Let's Be Reasonable," Jonathan Marks embarks on a spirited defense of liberal education, casting it as the cornerstone of not just personal development but of democracy itself. Amidst a contemporary backdrop where conservative circles often view higher education with suspicion, if not outright hostility, Marks—an esteemed conservative professor—invokes the spirit and intellect of figures like John Locke to argue for the university as an arena for cultivating reasonableness. This, he posits, is crucial at a time when the fabric of societal discourse appears increasingly frayed by partisanship and dogma. Marks meticulously dismantles the caricature of higher education as a hotbed of leftist indoctrination, presenting instead a nuanced vista where the true essence of college lies in its capacity to foster a reasoned engagement with the world. Through a compelling blend of personal insight and philosophical rigor, "Let's Be Reasonable" challenges both conservatives and liberals alike to reconsider the role of education in shaping not only informed citizens but reasonable individuals. In doing so, Marks not only offers a lucid analysis of the current cultural moment but also reclaims the noble purpose of liberal education as a vital, unifying force in an increasingly divided society.