Liberalism Society

Question 1

One thing that liberals agree on in terms of society

Answer 1

Individuals are more important than society as a whole

Question 2

Another thing that liberals agree on in terms of society

Answer 2

Liberals believe in an equal society- foundational equality- each individual has equal moral worth and should have the same opportunities to succeed.

Question 3

Another thing liberals agree on in eras of society

Answer 3

An unequal society that rewards those that work hard and use their talents well will be wealthier (better off) than one where everything is shared equally

Question 4

What do CL’s think about society (individualism)

Answer 4

Have a more atomistic view of society- society is no more than a collection of self-interested individuals, acting in their own, not society’s interests.

Question 5

What do CL’s think about society (rights)

Answer 5

Because if their emphasis on negative freedom, they think that society should preserve freedom and allow individuals to pursue their own self-interests

Question 6

What kind of society do liberals want

Answer 6

A meritocracy- society is led by the most talented and deserving (formal equality)- jobs/offices should be open to anyone without discrimination.

Question 7

What did Wollstonecraft craft think of society

Answer 7

Hated that women were prevented from joining the public sphere and engaging in political debate (higher pleasures- J S Mill) simply because of their gender.