liberalism

What is the liberal view of the state?

The state is created by individuals for individuals, based on consent, limited by checks and balances, and acts as a neutral umpire between individuals.

What is the main difference between Classical and Modern liberals regarding the state?

Classical liberals support a night-watchman state focused on property protection, while Modern liberals advocate for an enabling state that removes barriers to opportunity.

What do all liberals agree on regarding the economy?

Liberals support capitalism, believe in meritocracy, and accept that inequality is inevitable.

What is the Classical liberal view on human nature?

Classical liberals believe in a fixed human nature characterized by self-interest, often referred to as egotistical individualism.

What distinguishes positive freedom from negative freedom in liberalism?

Classical liberals advocate for negative freedom ('freedom from' the state), while Modern liberals support positive freedom ('freedom to' achieve potential).

What do liberals agree about society?

Liberals support tolerance, believe in individual rights, and emphasize the distinction between the realm of the individual and the realm of the state.