Since the early years of the 13 colonies, colonist valued individualistic ideals separating from collectivist ideal from England. The United States of America was founded on the basis of life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness. Life the freedom to live one’s life without any obstruction of the government is an example of negative liberty. On the other hand, positive freedom ensures that as a collective group, we have the opportunity to advance and pursue one’s goal. In the class text, By The People: Debating American Government, James A. Monroe and Rogan Kersh describe that “Positive liberty means ensuring that every citizen has education, food, shelter, and healthcare” . This explains that positive liberty guarantees citizens entitlement
