Liberalism - Individualism 2.1 Flashcards
1
Q
what did Emmanuel Kant say
A
- we are all equal and unique
- used as ‘ends’ never as ‘means’ (not used as an instrument in the grand scheme)
2
Q
what is ‘egotistical individualism’
A
- self seeking and self reliant
- minimises importance of society (collection of individuals)
3
Q
what is ‘developmental individualism’
A
pursuit of self interest with state intervention to help the disadvantaged