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Mentioned in 54 episodes
On liberty
Book • 1859
Published in 1859, 'On Liberty' is a seminal work by John Stuart Mill that argues for the protection of individual freedoms from the tyranny of the majority and government interference.
Mill uses utilitarian philosophy to justify the value of liberty, emphasizing the importance of freedom of thought, discussion, and action.
He introduces the 'harm principle,' which states that individuals should only be restrained from acting when their conduct may harm others.
The essay is structured into five chapters, each addressing different aspects of liberty, including the liberty of thought and discussion, individual liberty, the limits of authority, and practical applications of his theories.
Mill argues that protecting individual liberties is essential for societal progress and the avoidance of social stagnation.
Mill uses utilitarian philosophy to justify the value of liberty, emphasizing the importance of freedom of thought, discussion, and action.
He introduces the 'harm principle,' which states that individuals should only be restrained from acting when their conduct may harm others.
The essay is structured into five chapters, each addressing different aspects of liberty, including the liberty of thought and discussion, individual liberty, the limits of authority, and practical applications of his theories.
Mill argues that protecting individual liberties is essential for societal progress and the avoidance of social stagnation.
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Mentioned by Robert George to explain Mill's trident, a framework for intellectual discourse.
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Mentioned by Michael Knowles as a B-tier philosopher, promoting utilitarianism and author of "On Liberty".
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Dave Rubin as a source of inspiration for his book, highlighting the importance of individual liberty.
Dave Rubin as a source of inspiration for his book, highlighting the importance of individual liberty.26 snips
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Mentioned by Brendan O'Neill when discussing the right to make wrong choices.
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