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Understanding Liberalism: Part I - Post-liberalism, Classical Liberalism, and the Post-War Consensus
Oct 6, 2023
Jon Harris, Ben Crenshaw, and Timon Cline discuss post-liberal authors, classical liberalism, and the post-war consensus. They explore the impact of liberal internationalism, the collapse of the international order, the resurgence of religion in politics, and the evolution of western political thought. The chapter also delves into the origins and development of liberalism, as well as the challenges of maintaining a liberal society.
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- Classical liberalism fails to account for the importance of shared beliefs and cultural cohesion in maintaining a stable society.
- Post-liberal thinkers critique classical liberalism for its focus on individual rights and neglect of societal factors.
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