By Steve Flairty

NKyTribune columnist

From my viewpoint, the active elevation of the need for good, moral character appears to be sitting on the back burner of national discourse these days. At least, it appears that Americans as a whole are not demanding it as an essential aspect of leadership.

My view is that both major political parties need to work on such. I don’t plan to give my opinion on who needs it most, but I don’t mind saying it is a big issue in general.

On that note, I’ve recently searched for some books touching on the theme of good character, especially for those not specifically labeled as religious or politically based. I’m looking for writings that might give each of us pause to reflect on our own lives and how we measure up on the subject. This quest is as much for

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