Liberalism Must Revive Itself Before It Is Too Late
This analytical article from The Economist argues that liberalism, once the dominant philosophy of the modern era, is facing an existential crisis in the 21st century. The piece highlights a significant decline in political support for core liberal tenets, including free trade and the rules-based international order established after World War II. It notes that fundamental values such as free expression and individual sanctity are currently under assault from two opposing fronts: right-wing strongmen and left-wing movements driven by identity politics. Furthermore, the defense of unfettered markets has lost popularity following the severe financial crisis of 2007. Referencing a new book that charts a potential future for this philosophy, the article suggests that liberals must urgently revitalize their ideology to remain relevant. The text serves as a commentary on the ideological shifts challenging Western democratic norms, emphasizing the need for a strategic revival of liberal principles to counter growing authoritarian and populist trends globally.
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Liberalism Must Revive Itself Before It Is Too Late
This analytical article from The Economist argues that liberalism, once the dominant philosophy of the modern era, is facing an existential crisis in the 21st century. The piece highlights a significant decline in political support for core liberal tenets, including free trade and the rules-based international order established after World War II. It notes that fundamental values such as free expression and individual sanctity are currently under assault from two opposing fronts: right-wing strongmen and left-wing movements driven by identity politics. Furthermore, the defense of unfettered markets has lost popularity following the severe financial crisis of 2007. Referencing a new book that charts a potential future for this philosophy, the article suggests that liberals must urgently revitalize their ideology to remain relevant. The text serves as a commentary on the ideological shifts challenging Western democratic norms, emphasizing the need for a strategic revival of liberal principles to counter growing authoritarian and populist trends globally.
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