Liberalism- Intro to a pervasive ideology (SB) Flashcards
What do most commentators believe about lilberalism?
That liberalism is the most important and influential ideology in the world today
Why might most commentators argue that liberalism’s influence is increasing ?
According to UN
almost 2/3 of the states across the globe mau now be classed as ‘liberal democracies’
seven-fold increase since 1945
For many academics, what does liberalism represent?
Not just the prevailing ideology but ‘the end of history’, the inevitable destination for advanced societies and the politicians who guide them
Why might explaining liberalism not be as straightforward ?
‘liberal’ politicians are a decidedly mixed bunch and commentators’ views on what constitutes ‘liberalism’ are often contradictory
In the __, __ and much of _____ being ‘liberal’ usually denotes …?
In the UK, the USA and much of Europe being ‘liberal’ usually denotes being at odds with the values conservatism while being closer to the views of socialism
The UK, the USA and much of Europe being ‘liberal’ usually denotes being at odds with the values conservatism while being closer to the views of socialism… this would explain
this would explain why a self-proclaimed Liberal, Hillary Clinton, found herself seeking the same party’s presidential nomination as a self proclaimed socialist, Bernie Sanders, while strongly opposing aggressive conservatives in the Republican Party
Which states have different views on liberalism in comparison to the UK, the USA and much of Europe?
The states of the southern hemisphere and western Pacific, the term ‘liberal’ has rather different connotations
Example of the states of the southern hemisphere and western Pacific, the term ‘liberal’ has rather different connotations
In Australia (for example) it is the Liberal Party that offers the main opposition to that country’s Labour Party, while providing a home for many of Australia’s self-styled conservatives
Liberalism is not just hugely influential but also…
complex
