progress and optimism

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progress and an optimistic view of human nature are central to liberal philosophy , this optimism is grounded in the idea that

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people , endowed with reason and agency can determine their own futures and actively participate in shaping societal progress

Question 2

classical liberals in particular hold that society functions as a metriocracy where

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individuals can rise based on their abilities and effort regardless of their initial social standing

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later classical liberals including Samuel Smiles articulated the concept of self help ;

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that indvdiuals have the power and responsibility to improve their own cirmumstances through hard work and perservance , a positive view of human capabilities

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liberals believe that when indvdiuals are free to pursue their talents and ambitions not only do they progress personally but they also

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contibute to the collective advancement of society , the advancements of knowledge , tech , societal norms are seen as both a product and testament to this indbdiual and collective progress

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modern liberals agree with the idea that society should promote a meritocracy but challenge classic liberal views that this is the case under

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laissez fair capitalism without the support of an enabling state the help those who are disadvantaged