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Has Freedom Failed Us? A Debate

Honestly with Bari Weiss

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The Reckoning of Liberalism in America

This chapter delves into the complex relationship between liberalism and contemporary American society, questioning the impacts of liberal ideologies on freedom, community, and institutional integrity. The speakers engage in a critical examination of nostalgia for the past, particularly the 1950s, as they discuss the erosion of societal structures and the rise of polarization and economic inequality. The episode highlights the balance needed between individual freedoms and communal values, advocating for a responsible approach to liberty amidst a backdrop of increasing illiberalism.

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