Political Science 1020E Lecture Notes - Physiocracy, Free Trade, Economic Liberalism
4 Jul 2013
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All liberals aim to promote individual liberty. Liberals value liberty like nudists value nudity. Abolition of servile social status: no one is the slave of anyone else. No religious dogma (philosophy) can reasonably be held with certainty. Every doctrine should be open to critical scrutiny. Fundamental equality of all human beings: inequality is an artifact. Individuals are rational and self interested: mill is a classic exemplar of liberalism, we can decide for ourselves, we need to be free to do that, we can promote our own interests. Individuals should be free from legal barriers, customs and conditions to live as they choose. Religious conformity: we are fixed to one religion, roman catholic church was dominant (pope) Ascribed status: one"s status is fixed at birth, christian view: we are all equal. Feudalism: based on land and agriculture production. Against church corruption: supported by german nobles, paid your way to heaven. Against priestly authority: opposed the authority of priests.
