Try the political quiz
@ISIDEWITHAnswersPolitical IdeologyStarted 1yr agoActive 7mos ago

Classical Liberalism

You believe in individual liberty, free markets, and limited government intervention to promote a prosperous and self-reliant society.

Classical liberalism is a political ideology that values the freedom of individuals — including the freedom of religion, speech, press, assembly, and markets — as well as limited government. It developed in the 18th century, evolving out of the Age of Enlightenment in Europe and America. The ideology is heavily based on the works of a number of prominent philosophers, including John Locke, Adam Smith, and Voltaire, who championed the concepts of individual liberty, natural rights, and economic freedom.

John Locke, often considered the father of classical liberalism, argued…  

Read more

194 Replies

 @ISIDEWITHasked…8mos8MO

When faced with a moral dilemma, how much do you rely on your own judgment versus government laws?

 @9LHCW4Ffrom Nova Scotia  answered…7mos7MO

I rely on my own judgment versus government laws a lot.

 @ISIDEWITHasked…9mos9MO

What's an example of a time when you or someone you know prospered without outside help?

 @9KRJVJPfrom Ontario  answered…9mos9MO

It’s kinda hard to prosper in Canada today with the liberal government in power

 @ISIDEWITHasked…9mos9MO

How would you ensure fairness and cooperation in a group project without preset rules or guidelines?

 @9KKT7PVfrom British Columbia  answered…9mos9MO

i would get the group together and set our own guidelines

 @ISIDEWITHasked…11mos11MO

Can you recount a situation where peer pressure challenged your individualism, and how did you cope?

 @9J7377Cfrom British Columbia  answered…10mos10MO

I was peer pressured to drink by my friends when I was into my sober streak 7 months already. I said no and coped by hanging with other sober friends instead.

 @ISIDEWITHasked…12mos12MO

What's more important to you, collective well-being or individual success, and can both be achieved simultaneously?

 @9HGPZNBRhinocerosfrom Ontario  answered…12mos12MO

collective well-being. Equal opportunity does not exist without equal outcome for the previous generation.

 @ISIDEWITHasked…12mos12MO

What role do you think the government should play in your everyday life, and why?

 @9HP7V6Hfrom Alberta  answered…11mos11MO

I agree with the notion of Classical Liberalism, I prefer less government intervention and more of a laissez-faire Economy. This is because I feel the people should be responsible for their actions etc.

 @ISIDEWITHasked…11mos11MO

How have you, or would you, respond to someone whose individual choices negatively impact the community?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…11mos11MO

What's one rule at home or school that you would abolish to increase your personal freedom, and what would be the impact?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…11mos11MO

What freedoms are most important when you think about your future, and how would you protect them?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…11mos11MO

What does the term 'self-reliant' mean to you in the context of learning new skills or hobbies?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…11mos11MO

If a friend's actions were legal but hurt someone's feelings, how would you advise them to balance personal liberty with empathy?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…11mos11MO

How would you feel if school clubs were self-funded and self-governed, with no input from teachers or the school administration?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…11mos11MO

When making decisions, do you prioritize your individual needs or the potential effects on those around you, and why?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…1yr1Y

How do you believe society would be different if government had minimal involvement in our daily lives?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…1yr1Y

Do you think people are inherently responsible enough to thrive without strict government rules?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…1yr1Y

Can a society based on classical liberalism principles successfully address modern challenges like income inequality and climate change?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…1yr1Y

Is it possible for free markets to exist without leading to exploitation or does the government need to intervene?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…1yr1Y

How would you protect the rights of the minority in a system focused on the will of the majority?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…12mos12MO

Do you think equality of opportunity exists in your community or school, and what would you change?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…12mos12MO

Describe a time when you felt that being free to express yourself made a positive difference.

 @ISIDEWITHasked…12mos12MO

Would you support a system where the government provides less but you pay fewer taxes, and why?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…10mos10MO

What everyday choice do you believe represents your desire for personal freedom the most?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…10mos10MO

In what ways does the pursuit of your personal interests contribute to the larger society?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…10mos10MO

How do you think the internet has affected our perception of personal freedom and privacy?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…10mos10MO

What's a moment in history that embodies the spirit of individual liberty for you, and what lesson does it hold for today?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…10mos10MO

Where in society do you see the greatest need for less government involvement, and how would people's lives improve?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…9mos9MO

How would our daily choices be different if it was entirely up to us and not influenced by societal norms?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…9mos9MO

How do you balance personal ambition with the consequences it may have on others in your pursuit of success?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…9mos9MO

In what ways do you think a greater emphasis on self-reliance could transform our approach to education?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…9mos9MO

How would your life change if you could tailor laws to better suit your personal needs and values?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…9mos9MO

What's one instance where you've had to compromise your personal freedom for the good of a group?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…9mos9MO

How do you think a hands-off government would change the way our neighborhoods solve common problems?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…9mos9MO

How can embracing personal freedoms shape the careers or businesses teens might want to pursue?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…9mos9MO

In your opinion, what are the limits of free expression in a diverse and interconnected world?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…9mos9MO

Can you envision a system where everyone's personal goals are achieved without impeding on the rights of others?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…8mos8MO

What challenges do you think would arise in a community where every person made decisions solely based on personal interest?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…8mos8MO

What's the first thing you'd change in your local area if you had complete freedom to do so, and why?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…8mos8MO

Which aspect of your daily life would you most like to have complete control over, and what would you do differently?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…8mos8MO

How do you propose we maintain a fair and just society without imposing too many restrictions?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…8mos8MO

How has a compromise between individual freedom and community responsibility played out in your own experiences?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…8mos8MO

How would unrestricted internet access change the way you learn or engage with information?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…9mos9MO

How might your personal growth be impacted if there were no limits on how you could learn?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…9mos9MO

If you discovered a new hobby with no rules, how would you go about mastering it?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…9mos9MO

When did you last make a choice purely for your own joy, unaffected by others' opinions?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…9mos9MO

What entrepreneurial idea would you pursue if there were no barriers to entry in the market?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…2mos2MO

How would your community change if every decision required a public vote?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…2mos2MO

What's a personal freedom you wish you had more of in school, and how would it change your learning experience?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…2mos2MO

If you could design a city with no government interference, what unique feature would it have?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…2mos2MO

How does the idea of a society focused on individual achievement make you feel about your future?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…2mos2MO

How would your life change if you had complete control over your education or career path from a young age?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…2mos2MO

If you had the power to solve one global problem through individual action without waiting for government intervention, which would it be and why?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…2mos2MO

What personal project or cause would you pursue if you knew you wouldn't face any legal or societal barriers?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…10mos10MO

What changes would you make to the education system to promote the values of self-reliance and personal freedom?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…2mos2MO

Imagine a society where every individual's choices truly aligned with the common good; what's the first step we could take toward making this a reality?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…10mos10MO

How can young individuals encourage a culture of respect for different opinions in their communities?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…12mos12MO

Imagine you have limitless freedom; what's the first thing you would do, and why?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…12mos12MO

If you had to argue against the idea of a free market, what points would you raise and why?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…11mos11MO

What would a classroom that completely embraces individual freedoms look like to you?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…11mos11MO

Can you share an experience where you had to fight for a right you believe in, and how did it unfold?

More conversations

Join in on more popular conversations.

Active 2hrs ago

 @ISIDEWITH submitted…2hrs2H

Texas Offers Trump 1,400 Acres for His Mass Deportation Dream

Officials in Texas have offered President-elect Trump a 1,400-acre ranch for his mass deportation plan.Dawn Buckingham, land commissioner of the Texas General Land Office, said in a letter to Trump Tuesday that her office was “fully prepared” to work with federal agencies that are going to be involved in Trump’s immigration plan, and specifically deportation.Buckingham offered Trump a 1,402-acre lot in Starr County. The lot is owned by the Texas General Land Office and is roughly 35 miles west of McAllen, Texas.She said the agency is ready to work with the Department of Homeland Security and Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) or the U.S. Border Patrol to build a facility on the land for “the processing, detention, and coordination of the largest deportation of violent criminals in the nation’s history.”“I am committed to using every available means at my disposal to gain complete operational security of our border,” Buckingham wrote.The letter and offering of land were first reported by The Texas Tribune. Last month, the state bought the land along the U.S.-Mexico border and has plans to build a wall.In the letter, Buckingham criticized her predecessor for not allowing a border wall to be built on the property. Those actions “enabled cartel members and violent criminals to sexually abuse migrant women and children on this land,” she said.On Monday, Trump signaled he would declare an immigration national emergency and use military assets to support his mass deportation plan when he returns to office.

▲  96 replies