Origins Of Liberalism Flashcards
Where are the roots of Liberalism found?
The Enlightenment
What is the Enlightenment period?
An intellectual movement that opposed the medieval politics and philosophy of faith, superstition and religion.
What did early Liberals argue?
Humans were born free and morally equal and nobody has the natural right to rule over others. This directly attacked the absolute monarchy.
What does Liberalism promote?
Belief in reason rather than faith and advocated the importance of individualism and freedom.
What can early liberalism be called?
Radical and Revolutionary
What historical events can liberalism be linked to?
The American Declaration of Independence 1776 and the French Declaration of the Rights of Man 1789
When did Classical Liberalism dominate?
The late 19th century
When did modern liberalism dominate?
From the late nineteenth century until present day
Which parties can liberal ideas be found?
Conservatives, Liberal Democrat’s, Labour as well as The Republicans and the Democratic
