Neo-liberalism Flashcards
1
Q
An example of a neo-liberal thinker?
A
Fried rich Von Hayek
2
Q
How is Hayek not a conservative?
A
Because he pushed for constitutional reforms that checked executive power.
3
Q
How is neo-liberalism different to other strands of liberalism?
A
- it updates classical liberalism within a modern setting
- others a liberal critique of modern liberalism, accusing it of betrayal of individualism and a “sellout” to socialism
4
Q
What did Hayek criticise?
A
The beverage report because it created a dependency culture
5
Q
What other political strand has neo-liberalism played a huge part in influencing?
A
New right conservatism.
