From Locke and the “social contract” to Rawls and the “veil of ignorance”, here are the people, ideas and world-shaking events that made liberalism what it is, and isn't, today https://t.co/P0TfxThzya ...

Liberalism may seem an exhausted ideology with little to offer, but in fact it is most essential when grappling with authoritarian impulses. These books help to explain why https://t.co/6dn7BjRsXr ...

Core Argument - Liberalism is facing challenges in Europe and America [1] - Liberalism is considered one of humanity's most successful ideas [1] Supporting Evidence - The report references five books to support its argument [1]

These five books offer helpful reminders both of the challenges that liberalism faces, and of the promise it still holds https://t.co/8NQQWwgSlZ ...

Political Landscape - The retirement of Congressman Jerry Nadler has triggered a scramble to fill his seat in a coveted Democratic district in Manhattan [1] - The district is described as home to billionaires, chief executives, artists, and political dynasties, making it a highly desirable position [1] - The open seat is considered a rare opportunity, representing one of the highest Democratic turnout and wealthiest districts [5] - The primary election is expected to function as the de facto general election, with candidates largely agreeing on most issues [9] Potential Candidates - Jack Schlober, grandson of JFK and Jackie, is a buzzy possible contender, potentially leveraging the Kennedy name [2][6] - Other potential candidates include former Congresswoman Carolyn Maloney, New York City Council member Eric Bcher, and Liam Eland [2][3] - Chelsea Clinton is another name being considered, with the potential to raise significant funds [12][13] - The focus of the race will likely be on identifying the next generation of leadership and their economic stance [10] Key Considerations for Candidates - Candidates will need to align themselves with the politics of both residents and major cultural institutions in the district, such as Columbia University and the Metropolitan Museum of Art [13][14] - The district has historically been club-driven and machine-driven, but it remains to be seen if this has changed over time [15] - Donor types and party leadership will likely seek a candidate they can rely on for the long term [8] - The economic views of candidates will be a key differentiator, particularly regarding concerns from donors about economically populist or progressive candidates [10]

Assisted Dying Support - Uruguay's support for assisted dying is rooted in a secular and liberal tradition [1] - The industry observes the potential for Uruguay's approach to assisted dying to influence other Latin American countries [1]

I have good news.Yes, the land is moving in an illiberal direction. It’s disorderly anarcho-nationalism and anarcho-communism in America. And disturbingly ordered nationalist communism in China.Businessmen are now randomly murdered in the USA and randomly expropriated in the PRC. All manner of hatred bursts forth every day on social media — against whites, nonwhites, men, women, the young, the old, and everyone in between. And the values of peace, trade, and win/win cooperation that built the modern world s ...

As things stand, the Thai army will probably have to choose between patching things up with the populists or trying to work with the liberals. It is reluctant to do either https://t.co/bFoADQ2qpp ...