
Rousseau's Case for Censorship | Christopher Kelly on Rousseau
Johnathan Bi
Rousseau on Censorship and Community Morals
This chapter explores Rousseau's views on self-censorship, societal customs, and the complexities of morality within communities. It examines how ingrained prejudices and historical shifts reveal the challenges in balancing rational debate with societal norms and beliefs. Through various examples, the discussion highlights tensions between individual convictions and communal expectations, advocating for the alignment of censorship with public morals to maintain social order.
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