New Books in Early Modern History The History of Liberalism: A Conversation with Alan Kahan ‘80
Oct 10, 2023
Alan Kahan '80, Professor of British Civilization at the Université de Paris-Saclay, discusses the definition and evolution of liberalism. He explores the relationship between liberalism, nationalism, and populism, the role of morality within liberalism, John Stuart Mill's views on social media and free speech, and the history of liberalism in America.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
The Evolution of Liberalism and the Changing Fears
02:11 • 26min
The Relationship Between Nationalism, Liberalism, and Populism
28:33 • 10min
The Role of Morality in Liberalism
38:47 • 11min
John Stuart Mill's Views on Social Media and Free Speech
49:58 • 2min
The History of Liberalism and its Relation to America
51:41 • 5min
The History of Liberalism in America and the Influence of Madison's Theory of Faction
56:49 • 3min