Libertarianism
Libertarianism
Libertarianism (pronunciation: /ˌlɪbərˈteɪriənɪzəm/) is a political philosophy that upholds liberty as a core principle. Libertarians seek to maximize autonomy and political freedom, emphasizing free association, freedom of choice, individualism, and voluntary association.
Etymology
The term "libertarian" was first used by late Enlightenment free-thinkers to refer to those who believed in free will, as opposed to determinism. The word was later adopted by anarchists to refer to a belief in an absence of government and absolute freedom of the individual. In the United States, it has since come to describe a pro-capitalist economic philosophy.
Related Terms
- Anarchism: A political philosophy that advocates self-governed societies based on voluntary institutions.
- Capitalism: An economic system based on the private ownership of the means of production and their operation for profit.
- Classical Liberalism: A political ideology and a branch of liberalism that advocates civil liberties under the rule of law with an emphasis on economic freedom.
- Individualism: The moral stance, political philosophy, ideology, or social outlook that emphasizes the moral worth of the individual.
- Voluntaryism: The philosophy which holds that all forms of human association should be voluntary.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Libertarianism
- Wikipedia's article - Libertarianism
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