

Special Edition: Pilkington Launches "The Collapse Of Global Liberalism"
15 snips Jun 5, 2025
Discover a bold thesis that proclaims liberalism as not just failing but fundamentally flawed. The discussion dives into how hyper-liberal ideologies have led to societal decay and hollow economies. Explore the critique of modern business education driven by profit over community. Unpack the historical roots of liberal thought and its impact on today's world, and consider the emerging post-liberal movement inspired by classical ideals. Delve into the evolving global landscape and potential shifts back to pre-liberal principles.
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Origins and Nature of Liberalism
- Liberalism originates from John Locke's Two Treatises on Government and the English Civil War.
- It promotes secular progress and extreme social leveling that erodes traditional hierarchies and relationships.
Liberalism's Mask of Toleration
- Liberalism's advertised image of toleration masks its radical goal to eliminate hierarchies.
- The notion of toleration predates liberalism, originating mainly from Christian tradition.
Moderate vs Radical Liberalism
- Liberalism contains both moderate and radical strains coexisting and competing.
- The radical liberal ideas are often rejected only from a matter of temperament, not logic.