Episode 152: Alexis de Tocqueville on Democracy in America (PEL Live!)
The Partially Examined Life Philosophy Podcast
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The Paradox of Freedom in Democracy
This chapter examines the complexities of freedom of speech within democratic societies compared to aristocratic systems. It discusses how social pressures and factionalism in democracies can hinder open discourse, leading to the paradox of perceived freedom. The conversation also explores the American ethos of self-reliance and innovation while recognizing the importance of collaboration and the shared nature of knowledge in problem-solving.
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