What is Freedom? This surprisingly simple question has been the driving force of humanity ever since large governing bodies have been formed. Is it the ability to do as you please? Say what you please? The right to keep secrets? Or can you truly be free?
Only just recently have there been multiple issues that call for the understanding of freedom. Is it okay to kneel or sit down during an anthem? Can you release thousands of confidential articles without punishment? These are just two of many issues that call for action.
Freedom literally is the power or right to act, speak or think as one wants without hindrance or restraint. But does this cover all of it? The Edward Snowden case technically hasn't deviated from this definition, yet governments still want him behind bars. Colin Kaepernick's refusal to stand during the anthem in silent protest has also sparked controversy. So what does freedom truly mean? …show more content…
The author, Arthur C. Brooks, shows this through describing Charlie Parker's jazz performances. Charlie's pieces might seem wild to the untrained ear but underneath, there is a strict boundary upon what can or cannot be done. But under these rules everyone, no matter their situation has is free. A prisoner in jail has timings and standards to follow, a worker also has timings and standards. So what sets them apart? What makes the worker freer? Is it because the worker can leave? Or is it just because the worker is in the social
Only just recently have there been multiple issues that call for the understanding of freedom. Is it okay to kneel or sit down during an anthem? Can you release thousands of confidential articles without punishment? These are just two of many issues that call for action.
Freedom literally is the power or right to act, speak or think as one wants without hindrance or restraint. But does this cover all of it? The Edward Snowden case technically hasn't deviated from this definition, yet governments still want him behind bars. Colin Kaepernick's refusal to stand during the anthem in silent protest has also sparked controversy. So what does freedom truly mean? …show more content…
The author, Arthur C. Brooks, shows this through describing Charlie Parker's jazz performances. Charlie's pieces might seem wild to the untrained ear but underneath, there is a strict boundary upon what can or cannot be done. But under these rules everyone, no matter their situation has is free. A prisoner in jail has timings and standards to follow, a worker also has timings and standards. So what sets them apart? What makes the worker freer? Is it because the worker can leave? Or is it just because the worker is in the social