The Declaration of Independence, adopted on July 4, 1776, stands as a monumental document in American history. It not only announced the colonies' separation from British rule but also articulated the foundational principles of liberty and justice. Central to this declaration were a series of...
Introduction to Chapter 21 Chapter 21 of “Give Me Liberty” dives deep into the transformative period of American history, focusing on the struggles for civil rights and social justice. This chapter offers a rich tapestry of events, personalities, and ideologies that shaped the mid-20th century....
When we delve into the Articles of Confederation, it’s like peering into a historical mirror that reflects the desires, fears, and aspirations of the American colonists after declaring their independence from British rule. The Articles represented more than just a framework for governance; they encapsulated...
In today’s rapidly evolving world, the delicate balance between individual freedoms and national security has become a hotly debated topic. Events like terrorist attacks, cyber threats, and geopolitical tensions often provoke a visceral reaction among citizens and governments alike. The question arises: should individual freedoms...
Introduction Owning guns is a big part of American culture and law, mostly because of the Second Amendment. It’s always been a hot topic. Some folks say owning guns is super important for personal safety and keeping democracy alive. But others think that having lots...
The French Revolution and the American Revolution are two pivotal events in history that have shaped the modern world in profound ways. While both revolutions were fueled by a desire for liberty and equality, they differed in their origins, goals, and outcomes. In this essay,...
It is interesting to think how as time passes, the attitudes and behavior of people change. They would react differently to the same situation in a different timeline even though if it were the same situation. The short video “Taiwan: The Face of Free China”...
Human civilization has always been accompanied by disputes and wars, in the tremendous transformation of thousand years. From ancient Babylon and Egypt to the modern society, there have been thousands of wars. Mankind has made countless sacrifices, in order to expand and defend their homeland....
Introduction When I was 13, I learned there are certain topics someone shouldn’t mention to other people. The three forbidden topics: politics, sex, religion. People don’t mention these topics for how personal they are but by how controversial they can be. If opinions clash into...
The liberty and general welfare are two theories in which supporting one can lead to adversarial effects on the other. Liberty means state of acting freely within a group or society from restrictions imposed by authority on one’s way of behavior, way of life or...
In this essay, I will argue that, in order to maximize the well-being of a state’s citizens, the key focus on liberal theory, liberals and their systems should value both negative and positive liberties. This is due to negative liberty’s approach towards limiting the externalities...
Benjamin Constant de Rebecque, born on 25 October 1767, was a Swiss-French political activist and writer on politics and religion. Famously known for his french translated article The Liberty of the Ancients Compared with that of the Moderns, Constant depicts the several augmentations nations have...
“Our liberty depends on the freedom of the press, and that cannot be limited without being lost”. This quotation is pivotal in terms of understanding the symbiotic relationship between the ‘Press’ and the concept of ‘Liberty’. Liberty is derived from the Latin word liber which...
Introduction 1.1. Scope: Freedom is an extremely far-reaching thought and it changes with the difference in time and different things, for example, standpoint, physical conditions, state of mind, and so on. By freedom, one need not mean just political or some other’ specific sort of...
We as a community aspire for freedom. Liberty and equality are what we all want in our respective communities, and we have fought for these for decades together. However, we are yet to achieve lete equality and justice in the world, and more specifically in...
In America’s earliest days, the founding members of the democracy faced unmatchable adversity. In Thomas Jefferson’s Declaration of Independence, Elizabeth Stanton’s Declaration of Sentiments, and The Cherokee Memorials, a new age of freedom is uncovered by the authors’ stunning prose fused with the abundant passion...
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The tension between liberty and equality has been a central theme in political philosophy and governance for centuries. These two fundamental values often appear to be in conflict, as the pursuit of individual liberty can sometimes lead to inequalities in society. This essay delves into...
Freedom, often described as the cherished birthright of every individual, has been a driving force in human history, philosophy, and culture. It is a concept that transcends political boundaries, ideologies, and time periods, resonating deeply within the human soul. This essay explores the profound idea...
