Tag Archives: liberalism

Opposing both sides of rotten political debates does not mean trying to find a compromise with each of them. It means defending a radical alternative.

Proponents of cultural relativism often misunderstand the arguments of their critics, and are unaware of their own inconsistency, particularly as liberals.

One of the most glaring logical fallacies in our current discourse is the conflation of the right to choose with the ethical rightness of that choice.

The regressive left manipulates language to suit their own, illiberal agenda. Liberals must win back discourse by exposing the deceitful tactics they use.

Bad analogies are being increasingly wielded by those who want to quash liberal principles and establish blasphemy laws to 'protect' religious convictions.

Liberalism is precious because it allows the individual to grow, explore and be themselves. Interference to ensure this space for all is still liberal.

In a recent Big Think headline we were warned that Prejudiced People apparently Invoke “Free Speech” to Mask Their Racism...Don't let them dupe you!

Intersectional feminists fail Muslim women by valorising difference over shared humanity and overlooking or excusing abuse from their own communities. Many critics of intersectional feminism have accused its activists of not caring about the welfare of Muslim women. This is not straightforwardly true but it is easy to see why …

Terri Murray argues if interfering with the practice of veiling will prevent harm to a sub-set of Muslim, it justifies state interference in the practice.

In a time of crisis, journalism cannot just be independent, but must challenge its own assumptions and fundamental beliefs to inspire the necessary change.