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What is liberalism?
What is liberalism?
A political and moral philosophy based on liberty, consent of the governed and equality before the law.
What does liberalism mainly focus on?
What does liberalism mainly focus on?
Individualism
Liberalism is the foundation of ________ societies.
Liberalism is the foundation of ________ societies.
Western
Where does classical liberalism lie on the economic spectrum?
Where does classical liberalism lie on the economic spectrum?
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Where does modern liberalism lie on the economic spectrum?
Where does modern liberalism lie on the economic spectrum?
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Where does democratic socialism lie on the economic spectrum?
Where does democratic socialism lie on the economic spectrum?
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Where does communism lie on the economic spectrum?
Where does communism lie on the economic spectrum?
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What type of economic system does Communism have? What is an example?
What type of economic system does Communism have? What is an example?
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What type of government do classical liberalists have and what is an example?
What type of government do classical liberalists have and what is an example?
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What is scarcity?
What is scarcity?
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What 3 questions do economists try to answer?
What 3 questions do economists try to answer?
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What is mercantilism?
What is mercantilism?
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Study Notes
Liberalism Overview
- A political and moral philosophy centered on liberty, consent of the governed, and equality before the law.
- Emphasizes individualism as a core principle.
Economic Spectrum Positions
- Classical Liberalism: Positioned on the far-right; advocates for laissez-faire capitalism with minimal government intervention, emphasizing individual responsibility.
- Modern Liberalism: Slightly right on the spectrum; includes some elements of collectivism and recognizes partial government responsibility for individual well-being.
- Democratic Socialism: Slightly left; the state holds more significant responsibility for societal well-being, indicating more than half government intervention.
- Communism: Far-left positioning; the state exerts total power over society, prioritizing collectivism and ensuring total government intervention.
Economic Systems
- Communism: Operates under a pure planned economy; North Korea is an example.
- Classical Liberalism: Functions within a pure free market; examples include the United States and Japan.
Economic Concepts
- Scarcity: The conflict between unlimited wants and limited resources.
- Economists' Key Questions: Inquiry into what should be produced, how much should be produced, and who benefits from what is produced.
Mercantilism
- A system where the state aims to accumulate wealth for the monarchy through regulation and control of economic resources.
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Test your knowledge of classical liberalism with this quiz. Explore key concepts such as individualism, the importance of liberty, and the role of consent in governance. Perfect for students learning about political philosophies.
