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    Liberalism Vs Liberalism

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    The views and components of Liberalism are evident in every aspect of the socioeconomic status and practices of the United States. The extent to which varies considerably depending on which facet of the government one considers, but the underlying principles on which the legislative and economic values base themselves on directly conforms with Liberalism. Although Liberalism is a relatively new ideology, most industrialized countries identify with its policies and agenda to some degree. The major political parties in the United States differ on the political spectrum, however, they both share values associated with Liberalism thought. When European countries, as well as the American Colonies, began the transitional process from agrarian to…

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    and in each distinct theory, there are certain implications about how the international system is and should be dictated. With this in mind, this essay will describe how realism, liberalism and feminism differ in their political analysis of the world by highlighting the distinguishing factors on each theory. In this sense, the essay will first describe realism with its focus on power politics, then progress to liberalism and its critique on the realist perspective and finally concluding on the…

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    The philosophy of liberalism is the best motivating force for bettering the human condition because it emphasizes the individual over society as a whole. Its central focus is the hope of freedom, individual expression and equality. Other popular terms regarding liberalism include free market, democracy and civil rights. The argument for liberalism grew popular with the coming of the Age of Enlightenment as people longed for more individualism over the tradition authority of monarchs. Of course,…

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    American Liberalism

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    current status of the best notions depicted throughout popularity based on a global landscape of pride and liberalism; since it has a history of inviting achievement and success to the governing structure of our nation. A lot of our convictions come from the notion of amplifying our natural rights, guaranteeing that we are enabled to life, liberty, and property. The philosopher John Locke who added to the success of liberalism, is acclaimed by several of these liberal contributions and is in…

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    Classical Liberalism

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    Question 1 Classical liberalism is a political philosophy that developed in the 19th century and integrated itself in government policies in the United States and Europe. It was a strong advocator for civil rights and political freedoms and encompassed the idea of a represented democracy. At the same time, it also separated church from state. It was during this period that the working class suffered from economically unjust poverty, found themselves without any political rights, had no options…

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    Because of this, conservatives are critical about major changes for example in politics. Conservatives think that state and public interests are more important than individuals and individual welfare. Conservatism was born in the turn of the 18th century. It was a response and an opposite of liberalism. Conservatism back then was supported by the wealthy and well off, such as the king, nobility and church. Conservatives wanted a strong leader instead of democracy. Liberalism was born in the…

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    Classic Liberalism

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    Classic liberalism, which originates from the philosophy of Immanuel Kant, assumes that the international system is anarchic but also believes that peace is possible for peace through cooperation. Liberals believe that the international law "is a way of structuring "patterns of individual and group interaction in transnational society, patterns which, in turn, create interests that make up and constrain state action," (Burly, 1993-230). Liberals also stress the importance of liberal values,…

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    During the nineteenth century there were two concepts of governmental belief, Liberalism and Conservatism. Both concepts displayed beliefs as to how a country should be run. Liberalism though specifically is a political philosophy emphasizing on the economic liberty of the individual as opposed to utilitarianism. This political group expresses several ideas in regards to freedom of speech, equal opportunity, how powerful the government should be, market economies, as well as free trade.…

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    Shmitt Liberalism

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    The concept of Liberalism became a prominent principle in the age of the Enlightenment. Many philosophers have argued whether liberalism would be useful to maintain security and peace. However, liberals suggest a wide range of principles to support a nation, the ideas generally supported are those that benefit the people, i.e. equality, security, etc. Liberals strongly assert the concept of equality, individuality, liberty, and rationality. These four concepts further contributed to liberalism,…

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    Classical Liberalism

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    The principles of classical liberalism are the rule of law, individual rights and freedoms, private property, economic freedom, self-interest and competition. The source did not directly indicate which principles it supports or rejects. However, it displays certain main ideas that refute and supports the principles of classical liberalism. In the source, the wealthy was portrayed to be selfish and is exploiting the lower class when the top man with most money tells everyone to step down one rung…

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