The threat from the illiberal left
www.economist.com
Don’t underestimate the danger of left-leaning identity politics | Leaders

Milton Friedman once said that the “society that puts equality before freedom will end up with neither”. He was right.

Aspects of liberalism go against the grain of human nature. It requires you to defend your opponents’ right to speak, even when you know they are wrong. You must be willing to question your deepest beliefs.

You must accept the victory of your enemies at the ballot box, even if you think they will bring the country to ruin.

  • comi [he/him]
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    3 years ago

    Economist is far from socdems tbh, unless there is something else behind paywall

    • Castor_Troy [comrade/them,he/him]
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      3 years ago

      It's a defense of classical liberalism:

      Classical liberals must rediscover their fighting spirit. They should take on the bullies and cancellers. Liberalism is still the best engine for equitable progress. Liberals must have the courage to say so.

      Not recommending it, but it's not a paywall. You just have to create an account to read the article.