last min Flashcards
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What is the core ideology of Liberalism?
Individual freedom, equality, and limited government.
Liberalism emphasizes the importance of individual rights and the role of government in protecting those rights.
What are the significant divisions within Liberalism?
Role of the state, society, economy, and human nature.
These divisions lead to different interpretations and implementations of liberal principles.
What is the view of Classical Liberalism on the state?
Minimal state (night-watchman), only protecting life, liberty, and property.
Thinkers like Locke and Mill advocate for a limited government role.
What is the view of Modern Liberalism on the state?
Enabling state to promote freedom and equality.
Thinkers like Rawls and Friedan support a more active government role.
According to Classical Liberalism, how is society viewed?
A collection of autonomous individuals pursuing their own interests.
Locke is a key thinker associated with this perspective.
According to Modern Liberalism, what should society ensure?
Equal opportunities and rights for all.
Thinkers like Rawls and Wollstonecraft emphasize social justice.
What is the economic view of Classical Liberals?
Free-market capitalism, little to no state intervention.
Locke and Mill support minimal government interference in the economy.
What economic approach do Modern Liberals advocate?
Keynesian economics, some regulation and welfare to promote fairness.
Thinkers like Rawls and Friedan support state intervention for economic equity.
How do Classical Liberals view human nature?
Humans are rational, self-reliant, and capable of self-improvement.
This perspective is primarily associated with Locke and Mill.
What is Modern Liberalism’s view on human nature?
Humans are rational but require some social support to achieve equality.
Thinkers like Rawls and Friedan argue that social conditions affect individual potential.
What is John Locke’s view on the state?
Minimal state, only protecting natural rights.
Locke is a foundational thinker in Classical Liberalism.
What does Mary Wollstonecraft advocate regarding society?
Society should allow women equal opportunities.
Wollstonecraft is a key figure in both Classical and Modern Liberalism.
What is John Stuart Mill’s contribution to Liberalism?
Limited state, but some intervention to protect the vulnerable.
Mill bridges Classical and Modern Liberal thought.
What does John Rawls believe about the state?
Enabling state to ensure social justice and fairness.
Rawls is a central figure in Modern Liberalism.
What economic principle does Betty Friedan support?
Free markets, but women need equal opportunities.
Friedan emphasizes gender equality within economic frameworks.
Where do liberals agree regarding the state?
The state should protect individual rights.
This is a fundamental principle shared across different strands of Liberalism.
Where do classical and modern liberals disagree regarding the state?
Classical liberals advocate for a minimal state, while modern liberals support an enabling state.
This disagreement reflects differing views on the role of government.
What is a common agreement among liberals about society?
Society should be based on individual freedom and equality.
This principle underlies both Classical and Modern Liberal ideologies.
What do classical liberals favor regarding the economy?
Laissez-faire capitalism.
Locke and Mill are strong proponents of minimal economic intervention.
What do modern liberals favor regarding the economy?
State intervention and redistribution.
This reflects their emphasis on fairness and equal opportunities.
What do liberals agree on regarding human nature?
Humans are rational and capable of self-improvement.
This is a shared belief among both classical and modern strands.
How do classical and modern liberals differ in their view of human nature?
Classical liberals see humans as self-sufficient, while modern liberals argue that social structures can limit potential.
This highlights the differing perspectives on individual capability.
What is the conclusion about Liberalism?
Liberalism values freedom, equality, and individual rights, with divisions between classical and modern views.
Classical liberals emphasize limited government, while modern liberals support intervention for fairness.
What is the core ideology of conservatism?
A pragmatic, tradition-oriented ideology emphasizing order, hierarchy, and stability.