Modern Liberalism

Question 1

What was argued regarding advanced society’s?

Answer 1

That advanced societies made a mockery of the idea that individuals were innately autonomous.

Question 2

What is positive freedom?

Answer 2

The belief that individuals left alone are often inhibited rather than “free”. Such individuals may need enabling so that they are “free” to exercise their individual talents

Question 3

What are modern liberals view on an a state and why?

Answer 3

They advocate an enlarged state that could repel the new socio-economic threats to freedom and individualism.

Question 4

What do modern liberals like John Rawls advocate?

Answer 4

More public spending and taxation.

Question 5

What is enabling the state?

Answer 5

Is a state that extended its activities so as to “liberate” individuals from restrictive social and economic problems, thus enabling them to fulfil their potential

Question 6

What is one of the key features of modern liberalism?

Answer 6

Constitutional reform

Question 7

What type of capitalism do modern liberals like?

Answer 7

Keynesian capitalism where the state manages market forces

Question 8

What is social liberalism?

Answer 8

Involves legislation that criminalises actions that discriminate against individuals on the grounds of race, gender, sexuality or religion.

Question 9

How do modern liberals ensure greater equality of opportunity?

Answer 9

Though positive discrimination

Question 10

Wha is an example of positive discrimination?

Answer 10

The sex discrimination act 1975