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Social Liberalism

You believe in promoting individual freedom, social justice, and equal opportunity for all citizens through government intervention and regulation.

Social Liberalism is a political ideology that advocates for a balance between individual liberty and social justice. It emphasizes the belief that governments should play a role in addressing economic and social issues, such as poverty and inequality, while also protecting civil liberties and individual rights. Social liberals believe in a mixed economy, where both the private sector and the state have important roles to play.

The roots of social liberalism can be traced back to the Age of Enlightenment in the 18th century, when philosophers such as John Locke and Jean-Jacques Rousse…  

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 @ISIDEWITHasked…2yrs2Y

How have your views on welfare and government support evolved over time?

 @9KCWN9S from California  answered…2yrs2Y

Welfare and government support should be evolving more to help the people of the United States of America.

 @9KC2Q4D from California  answered…2yrs2Y

Gov needs to be there but only in limited amounts. Not any more than it needs to be but needed when liberties are violated

 @9KC338T from California  answered…2yrs2Y

I don't completely agree with social liberalism. I think that people need the government in their lives because the government is used to make sure our country is stable and that the right decisions are made, without it we can't trust people with those decisions.

 @ISIDEWITHasked…2yrs2Y

What would you do if you saw someone being excluded from a group or activity due to their background?

 @9KYVB4Z from Texas  answered…2yrs2Y

I would form an argument for the person to be allowed into the group

  @JcawolfsonGreen  from Pennsylvania  answered…2yrs2Y

In principle, it is rude to exclude someone based on their background. However, what constitutes background? Rejection based on mere identity is inherently wrong. But, certain past yet extreme actions, such as murder perhaps, would constitute valid rejection.

 @9KYTT53 from Utah  answered…2yrs2Y

First of all, that is unfair and needs to be changed. I would hope I would reach out to that person.

 @9KYVDVR from Virginia  answered…2yrs2Y

You should not judge someone based off of their past decisions now you don't have to be crazy and ignore it but I mean you can judge them and excluded them from things just because of a mistake they made earlier in life.

 @ISIDEWITHasked…2yrs2Y

In what ways has your community shaped your perspective on collective responsibility?

 @9LCJMZ4 from Texas  answered…2yrs2Y

Personal responsibility is most important, but we should provide community and support for others.

 @9LCJQ7W from Texas  answered…2yrs2Y

in a perfect world, but i don’t think it’s that effective.

 @9LCJNKFfrom Maine  answered…2yrs2Y

I have held similar points of view since I was a small child

 @ISIDEWITHasked…3yrs3Y

How does it impact you to know that in some places, healthcare is not guaranteed as a right?

 @9HMFRMG from California  answered…3yrs3Y

It shouldn't be different in other parts of the U.S.

 @9HMFF4W from California  answered…3yrs3Y

Healthcare isn't even guaranteed here, the healthcare industry is for profit, not for the people, or else the Church of Scientology would've been abolished a long time ago and many other issues would be solved.

 @9HMFZ2Manswered…3yrs3Y

Knowing that low income households are not offered or not knowing how to register for free healthcare is concerning to me. It is almost as if they are being denied of their health.

 @9HMFB75 from Pennsylvania  answered…3yrs3Y

It makes me slightly concerned, however it is fine as long as I can access it somehow.

 @ISIDEWITHasked…2yrs2Y

Have you ever changed your mind about a social issue after hearing someone else's personal story?

 @9L4QNZXRepublican from Missouri  answered…2yrs2Y

No, I stand by what I believe and majority of the time it is very hard to change my mind.

 @9L4QDZSDemocrat from Missouri  answered…2yrs2Y

It depends, I have changed my mind on issues after hearing other sides of the story. So yeah I guess

 @9L4QHHX from Georgia  answered…2yrs2Y

I Believe the government shouldn't have a say in economy, but should be able to create a safe and equal world for everyone.

 @ISIDEWITHasked…2yrs2Y

What are your thoughts on the relationship between taxes and the quality of public services?

 @9KBRX7NRepublican from Illinois  answered…2yrs2Y

Its ok i feel like we do got a good amount of services for all sorts of things

 @9KBS8TD from Washington  answered…2yrs2Y

I think we should all pay our fair share. And use the taxes to provide basic necessities such as insurance and healthcare as well as food and housing to those who can't afford it or for all.

 @9KBS3Y5 from Texas  answered…2yrs2Y

I think that taxes should be used to create better quality of life for everyone, not just those who live in higher tax brackets.

 @ISIDEWITHasked…3yrs3Y

Does a truly just society require government intervention, or can it be achieved through individual actions alone?

 @9HCQ5WW  from Florida  answered…3yrs3Y

I believe that it can be achieved through both. We need some government assistance in order to anything, but we are capable on doing things on our own after a little boost from our governments.

 @9HCVQD7 from Virginia  answered…3yrs3Y

I believe that it can be achieved through both. We need some government assistance in order to anything, but we are capable on doing things on our own after a little boost from our governments.

 @9HCVT4K from Utah  answered…3yrs3Y

I believe that it can be achieved through both. We need some government assistance in order to anything, but we are capable on doing things on our own after a little boost from our governments.

 @ISIDEWITHasked…3yrs3Y

Can we have true freedom if some people are living in poverty, lacking education or healthcare?

 @9H95WR5 from Illinois  answered…3yrs3Y

No, if anyone is living in those conditions, they are not free. Which means that as long as those exist, true freedom cannot exist.

 @9H962M4answered…3yrs3Y

If people are not supported with the fundamentals that are needed for the basic quality of life, I believe that true freedom is not equally given to everyone.

 @9H95XMX from Maryland  answered…3yrs3Y

Yes, there are plenty of opportunities for these people living in poverty

 @9H96Q8W from Texas  answered…3yrs3Y

I do believe we can because the government should be in charge of giving these people a chance to better their lives because everyone has the exact same opportunity to fulfill the American dream.

 @ISIDEWITHasked…3yrs3Y

How should society balance the needs of the vulnerable with the rights of the individual?

 @9HMGN2T  from Arizona  answered…3yrs3Y

I do not think this is liberal vs conservative. This is compassion vs allowing suffering.

 @9HMGN7N from North Carolina  answered…3yrs3Y

Stop giving certain advantages to specific races and genders.

 @9HMGKB6 from North Carolina  answered…3yrs3Y

i think that some aid should be given but not enough to allow them to live off of it which would make them work and actually contribute

 @ISIDEWITHasked…3yrs3Y

What's the most compelling argument you've heard against social liberalism, and what's your take on it?

 @9HMG98Z from Oregon  answered…3yrs3Y

Once again I don't know? All I've heard is blue hair, pronouns, and Brian Griffin. None of those really seem like anything really convincing me against them.

 @9HMG9F6answered…3yrs3Y

Hamas. I believe it's evil what they're doing, but this has been going on and on and now allow of a sudden the government wants to push for it to create a, "panic."

 @9HMGWHJ from New York  answered…3yrs3Y

that it is just wanna-be communism and i dont have a stance

 @ISIDEWITHasked…2yrs2Y

How important is it for governments to address climate change as part of social responsibility?

 @9JBMMMB from California  answered…2yrs2Y

It's important to address climate change because it could affect humanity in the long run.

 @9JBLL7SConstitution from California  answered…2yrs2Y

The majority of experts concur that governments, not merely private citizens or companies, are essential to the fight against climate change.

 @9JB47W5Libertariancommented…2yrs2Y

The people in government themselves need to cut down on fossil fuels and carbon emission's

 @ISIDEWITHasked…2yrs2Y

How would you feel if a social program made a significant difference in the life of someone you care about?

 @9J2QG54Peace and Freedomfrom Maine  answered…2yrs2Y

depending on if it is a good or bad change i would have diffrent emotions

 @ISIDEWITHasked…2yrs2Y

What local issues do you believe need immediate government attention to improve your daily life?

 @9J2QBLS  from Ohio  answered…2yrs2Y

Banking and tax structure. At 18 I can get $100k in student loans but not $20k in a business loan.

 @ISIDEWITHasked…3yrs3Y

If you were in charge, what is the one social issue you would tackle first and why?

 @9HMGPCSRepublican from Louisiana  answered…3yrs3Y

I would attack abortion rights because I do not think it's fair to kill innocent babies. They decided to have the baby so if they don't want it then they can put it up for adoption but, killing an innocent baby is not cool.

 @ISIDEWITHasked…2yrs2Y

How would you define 'freedom' in your own words, and do you think it's achievable for everyone in society?

 @9J2Q5PJ from California  answered…2yrs2Y

As an American citizen you automatically have freedom, as long as your a produced member of citizen.

 @9J2PZDW from California  answered…2yrs2Y

You can do whatever you want but it has to be legal

 @9HTF57M from Illinois  commented…2yrs2Y

Freedom means I can choose my future based on my efforts!

 @ISIDEWITHasked…3yrs3Y

In a world that's increasingly automated, should everyone be guaranteed a basic income?

 @9HMGHGX  from Maryland  answered…3yrs3Y

No, Its not right for people that is just sitting on they're butts to make the same income as someone who works hard for what they have.

 @9HMG54R from Ohio  answered…3yrs3Y

Yes, and I also believe that we should keep a baseline pay like minimum wage.

 @ISIDEWITHasked…3yrs3Y

Why might someone oppose social programs, even if it's possible they could benefit from them someday?

 @9HMGFJB from Massachusetts  answered…3yrs3Y

Because they don't care about the future, or they think they don't have one.

 @ISIDEWITHasked…3yrs3Y

Have you ever volunteered or donated to a cause and what motivated you to do so?

 @9HMF4JF from Wisconsin  answered…3yrs3Y

yes i have and what motivated me was because the cause was good and i cared about it

 @9HMDM95answered…3yrs3Y

I have before. Usually because a common shared belief, sympathy, or religious reasons.

 @ISIDEWITHasked…3yrs3Y

How would you feel if the government provided for your basic needs but restricted your ability to earn above a certain income?

 @9H8PTSH from New York  answered…3yrs3Y

i think the governemnt should help the people in need but maxing out a income is dumb

 @9H8DTXS from Ohio  answered…3yrs3Y

I would be uncomfortable with that. I grew up with the ideology of independence and I would not be comfortable with the government restricting what I can do and earn, and also giving me a big part of my life.

 @ISIDEWITHasked…2yrs2Y

What's an example of a privilege you have that others might not, and what does that mean to you?

 @9JHW6ZJanswered…2yrs2Y

The state of Florida allows a concealed carry licenses when of age. I consider this a privilege because some other states do not and I plan on carrying when I'm able.

 @9JHVXL6 from Nevada  answered…2yrs2Y

I don't really think i have any liberalism? I've never been treated different due to the color of my skin only cause of my character and who I am as a person, and i kinda think that's how it should be. judge the person by character not their skin.

 @ISIDEWITHasked…2yrs2Y

If a friend from a less privileged background confided in you about their struggles, how would that affect your political beliefs?

 @9KVK5HR from Georgia  answered…2yrs2Y

I would believe the government isn't doing their job properly

 @9KVK4VTWomen’s Equality  from California  answered…2yrs2Y

It will not affect my political beliefs but I would understand my friend point of view

 @ISIDEWITHasked…2yrs2Y

In what ways could your local community be more inclusive to everyone?

 @9JMTF6S from New York  answered…2yrs2Y

Stop discussing the differences between minority and majority groups and live together as just people.

  @charlie3sticks from Guam  answered…2yrs2Y

How about a fully revitalized campaign to create awareness and participation in a fully funded campaing that guarantees the creation of ‘third-spaces’ free of spending requirments. Free, i mean. like parks. or transport. or art. Engage, you broken local deviants. Engage!

 @ISIDEWITHasked…2yrs2Y

How do you feel about the interplay between personal privacy and public security?

 @9JRP4Z7 from California  answered…2yrs2Y

I feel there should be a line between personal privacy and public security

 @9JRNYL8  from Connecticut  answered…2yrs2Y

very hard issue... but think personal privacy is most important to the future of the USA

 @ISIDEWITHasked…2yrs2Y

How does the idea of a government ensuring fairness affect your sense of security?

 @9JFWHQBfrom Montana  answered…2yrs2Y

The government doesn’t know what fairness is, so I don’t trust the government to keep me secure. The government lets murderers and rapists of color free while arresting citizens for defending their lives & homes or businesses or using the “wrong” so-called preferred pronouns. The government is tyrannical in its adoption of radical neo-Marxist ideologies.

 @9JFWH4MLibertarian from Kentucky  answered…2yrs2Y

The government should not be responsible for ensuring fairness that issue begins in the individual level.

 @ISIDEWITHasked…2yrs2Y

How does the concept of caring for the elderly reflect in your culture, and what role should the government have?

 @9L7F5LR from Georgia  answered…2yrs2Y

The elderly should be well taken care of and receive free healthcare for any medical conditions.

 @9L7F2JYanswered…2yrs2Y

The government should be required to help those of a certain age that need the help proven by welfare or a test thta should be taken.

 @ISIDEWITHasked…2yrs2Y

What's one act of kindness you've witnessed that made you believe in the importance of a compassionate society?

 @9L5PZ7CDemocrat from Georgia  answered…2yrs2Y

Liberalism aimed to establish representative democracy, the rule of law, and equality before the law in lieu of the customs of inherited privilege, state religion, absolute monarchy, the divine right of kings, and traditional conservatism.

 @9L5PPZSDemocrat from Missouri  answered…2yrs2Y

Helping an elderly lady across the street with her bags.

 @ISIDEWITHasked…2yrs2Y

How would you describe a perfect balance between individual rights and societal needs?

 @9JHMWQM from Texas  answered…2yrs2Y

I believe that to achieve societal needs, people need to sacrifice their rights. Therefore, a good balance would be in which the most important individual rights would be preserved while the other rights are sacrificed for societal needs.

 @9JHN68Z from Maryland  answered…2yrs2Y

a careful consideration of the values and priorities of both the individual and the collective

 @ISIDEWITHasked…2yrs2Y

How would the availability of free higher education change your future plans?

 @RinghunConstitution from North Carolina  answered…2yrs2Y

The idea of 'free' higher education is impossible. Someone would be paying for it, generally through considerably higher taxes. The government should get out of the schools which would them help reduce the cost of the education, making it more affordable.

 @9JG9SGS from Florida  answered…2yrs2Y

I think free higher education will allot for mor individuals with tremendous skill sets to be able to obtain a living and better be able to take care of us as we age.

 @ISIDEWITHasked…2yrs2Y

Imagine a society where all basic needs are met; how would that influence your ambitions and career choices?

 @9LFYKNXDemocrat from Texas  answered…2yrs2Y

I would more likely go for what makes me happy versus what pays the bills

 @9LFYGPR from California  answered…2yrs2Y

It would lead to a happier more secure life where one doesn’t have to struggle and can instead contribute to the betterment of their society

 @ISIDEWITHasked…2yrs2Y

What does the term 'social justice' mean to you in your daily life?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…2yrs2Y

What does 'equal opportunity' mean to you, and have you witnessed it in action?

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Elizabeth Warren Walks Back Murder Comments

Congressional Democrats broadly denounced the murder of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson Friday morning, after Republicans started accusing Sen. Elizabeth Warren of excusing violence.“No one's condoning this,” said Rep. Brad Schneider (D-Ill.). “Violence never is the right answer for anything. And it was a horrible murder, a tragic loss for his family.” Warren this week condemned the shooting, but added that people “can be pushed only so far.”"We'll say it over and over," Warren said on MSNBC’S “The ReidOut.” " Violence is never the answer. This guy [Luigi Mangione] gets a trial who's allegedly killed the CEO of UnitedHealth, but you can only push people so far, and then they start to take matters into their own hands."In a statement to POLITICO, Warren said, “Violence is never the answer. Period. I should have been much clearer that there is never a justification for murder.” Top Republicans denounced Warren's comments and the walked-back rhetoric, with House Majority Leader Steve Scalise (R-La.) calling it “inappropriate and dangerous.”Some House Democrats asked about the incident on Thursday pivoted the conversation to discuss policy options on health care or gun safety.“I don't really know that this is really a space that Congress normally weighs in on,” said Rep. Jasmine Crockett (D-Texas). “But at the end of the day, I think it’s an opportunity, because now people are talking about health care and to talk about the fact that this industry has honestly not been as helpful as it could be.”“Violence is never the answer,” said Rep. Troy Carter (D-La.). “We know that there are people suffering, there’s great challenges in healthcare. There's great challenges, and people have, in fact, been wronged, but a process of governance is the way to address that, not violence.”And Rep. Ted Lieu (D-Calif.) who denounced the murder, said the killer should be prosecuted and that “I do know that allegedly a ghost gun was used, and we should also ban ghost guns. There's no reason for them beyond the streets.”

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Israeli Bombings Kill 2,300 In Lebanon in 3 weeks

Lebanese authorities say Israeli bombing has killed more than 2,300 people and injured almost 11,000, mostly in the past three weeks, with Israeli attacks reaching areas far beyond Hizbollah’s traditional bastions of support in the south.The Israeli military has ordered people living in more than a quarter of Lebanon to flee, according to a UN calculation, as its fight with the Iran-backed Shia militant group Hizbollah threatens to engulf the Mediterranean country.Lebanese authorities say Israeli bombing has killed more than 2,300 people and injured almost 11,000, mostly in the past three weeks, with Israeli attacks reaching areas far beyond Hizbollah’s traditional bastions of support in the south.More than 1mn people have fled their homes in Lebanon in under a month, according to its government, a dramatic forced movement of the population in a country of only about 5mn inhabitants with a land mass smaller than the US state of Connecticut. Israeli forces began a ground offensive in south Lebanon two weeks ago, in their fourth invasion of the country in under five decades. They had already destroyed large parts of the densely populated southern Beirut suburb where Hizbollah had its headquarters, and killed many top militant commanders in air strikes, including former leader Hassan Nasrallah.Rema Jamous Imseis, Middle East director of UNHCR, told journalists in Geneva that “over 25 per cent of [Lebanon is] under a direct Israeli military evacuation order”. “People are heeding these calls to evacuate and they’re fleeing with almost nothing,” she added, saying that 80 per cent of the shelters opened by the Lebanese government — mostly in schools — were now full.

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