The fundamental premise of liberalism is the moral incapacity of the American people.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The author claims liberalism assumes Americans are morally unable to govern themselves.
- In plain terms
- Liberalism assumes people cannot make moral choices.
- What can you take from it?
- Critique of political systems that underestimate people.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Do you trust people to make moral choices?
- What does your political system assume?
Another view
This is a subjective critique that many would dispute.
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