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Cato Daily Podcast

David Boaz: "Now, It’s Your Turn"

Jun 7, 2024
David Boaz, longtime executive vice president of the Cato Institute, discusses the historical advancements in freedom and living standards due to liberal principles of human rights. He explores the influence of liberal ideologies on promoting peace, progress, and prosperity worldwide, advocating for individual rights and free markets. Boaz delves into the ongoing struggle for liberty against tyranny, socialism, and illiberalism, emphasizing the necessity to expand liberty in the modern world.
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  • Liberal ideas have led to progress and prosperity in the Western world, shifting from despotism to Enlightenment period.
  • Upholding libertarian principles like individual rights and free markets is crucial in countering illiberalism and promoting human flourishing.

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Legacy of Liberalism and Progress

The podcast discusses how liberal ideas, including human rights, markets, and freedom, have led to significant progress and prosperity in the Western world. It highlights the shift from despotism to the Enlightenment period, emphasizing the rise of living standards and freedom. Despite past challenges like World Wars and authoritarian regimes, liberal ideas have also contributed to global poverty reduction and the spread of equal rights.

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