The Rise of the Enlightenment Part 2 Flashcards
Who was the principle figure talked about in class in relation to free speech?
John Stuart Mill.
Give an example of a way that free speech can be expressed in a way that is harmful.
Shouting “fire” in a crowded theatre and causing a stampede.
John Stuart Mill was adamant that ___ themselves never cause harm in the long run.
Ideas.
What are the 3 kinds of equality?
- Equality of citizenship.
- Equality in the “worth” of rights.
- Equality of resources needed to live a good life.
Based on the equality of citizenship, the rights of citizens must be ___.
Equal.
Equality of citizenship holds that people must be equal in ___ rights; however, it is not concerned with whether or not you are able to ___ your rights.
Basic, exercise.
Equality in the “worth” of rights focuses on removing barriers so you can ___ rights.
Exercise.
Based on the equality in the “worth” of rights, rights are ___ if you cannot exercise them.
Worthless.
Equality in the “worth” of rights is like levelling the playing field…
To start from.
Equality of resources needed to live a good live is like levelling the playing field…
After the start.
Equality of resources needed to live a good life focuses on distributing resources ___ among society’s members.
Fairly.
If you strive for equality, you invariably ___ in people’s lives.
Interfere.
What is the equality justification?
It is necessary to make goods and services available equally, especially to those who cannot access them themselves.
What is the freedom justification?
Redistribution and rethinking of equality is necessary in order for all members of society to be free.
Freedom and equality are compatible/incompatible?
Compatible.
