The hottest Liberalism Substack posts right now

Gemini, a flawed product, sheds light on annoying behaviors of liberals that may hinder the advancement of progressive causes
The post suggests that some liberals may unknowingly come off as self-righteous and irritating in their activism
Spending time with Gemini can provide insight into why certain individuals may dislike liberals and their approach to advocacy

Different groups on the American radical right have extreme views on restoring order in the country.
Challenging catastrophism without embracing it could be a strategic approach to opposing radical ideologies.
Considering elements of right-wing viewpoints in a reasonable manner might be a tactic to reduce their appeal.

Liberal nationalism in Ukraine is a complex and destructive phenomenon
The conflict in Ukraine is at a critical state, relying on outdated strategies
Understanding the historical and bureaucratic causes of liberal nationalism reveals its flawed nature

The UK government introduced an income threshold for spousal visas, impacting many families and making it difficult for partners with lower incomes to live together in the UK.
This policy change affects a large percentage of UK employees, potentially separating families and forcing tough choices between love and country due to financial requirements.
The policy represents an ideological assault on liberalism, demonstrating a disregard for individual freedoms and highlighting the importance of caring for people regardless of their background or income level.

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The concept of 'civilisational states' challenges the idea of universal political systems and societal norms.
Liberalism promotes individual rights and rational organization of society, but may overlook tradition and collective identity.
Political structures need a shared cultural and historical basis to survive and be effective in governance.

War is seen as a legitimate tool of state policy against a real enemy, not for ideals or justice.
Liberalism's universalist ideology clashes with other systems of thought like in Russia and China.
Desperate efforts are made to maintain ideological conformity and unity, especially in conflicts like the one involving Ukraine.

The first step towards democracy is public discussion.
Public discussion alone is not a form of government.
Liberalism encourages free discussion, while democracy requires organization and hierarchy to be effective.

The Heckler's Veto is when an audience disrupts a speaker, and it's been happening more frequently.
Silencing speakers does not help combat bad ideas, and it's not a form of protected speech.
Allowing the Heckler's Veto limits our ability to discover truth and promotes anti-free speech behavior.

The text discusses concerns that the left is targeting children to influence their beliefs and values.
Parents are urged to stay vigilant in protecting their children's innocence and future from this perceived threat.
There is a call to empower children with critical thinking skills and uphold traditional values in the face of ideological influences.