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Originally Posted by Seducio
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Read On Liberty.
You regressive censorious extreme lefty.
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Did you see the two links given. Even the non-baise news agency of today call X (formally known as blue bird forums an extremist hate filled site.)
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Oh and...
You really need to get off this "Read On Liberty" kick. A book written from the 1800s isn't exactly progressing
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The book has its problems:
1. The book is rooted in utilitarian ethics, where the value of individual liberty is largely justified based on its contribution to overall happiness. Critics argue that this utilitarian approach can sometimes prioritize the majority's happiness over individual rights, potentially leading to the suppression of minority voices.
2. Mill's harm principle argues that the only legitimate reason to curtail an individual's freedom is to prevent harm to others. Critics contend that defining harm can be subjective and that Mill does not sufficiently address what constitutes harm, leading to ambiguity in its application.
3. The text tends to focus on political and intellectual freedom while paying less attention to social and economic factors that can also restrict liberty. Critics argue that this narrow focus limits the scope of the analysis.
4. The book was written in the 19th century, and some argue that it does not sufficiently consider cultural and historical contexts that may shape the understanding of liberty and individual rights, especially in non-Western societies.
5. While Mill discusses the dangers of government tyranny, he may not give sufficient attention to the potential tyranny of the majority. Critics suggest that there should be a more nuanced discussion of how majority opinions can suppress minority voices.
6. Mill's work primarily addresses individual liberty from a male, Eurocentric perspective. It does not adequately consider the unique challenges faced by women, people of color, and other marginalized groups. Modern critics argue that a more intersectional approach is needed to address these disparities.
7. The text does not delve deeply into the potential abuse of economic power to limit individual liberty. In modern times, issues related to corporate power and inequality have become more prominent, and some feel that the book could benefit from addressing these concerns.
8. Mill's emphasis on individualism and self-development may reflect certain cultural biases of his time. Critics suggest that a more balanced approach should consider collectivist cultural perspectives.