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Philosophy · 20 min

On Liberty

By John Stuart Mill

John Stuart Mill's 'On Liberty' remains a foundational text for understanding the delicate balance between individual freedom and societal demands. This episode explores Mill's 'Harm Principle,' the vital role of dissent, and the value of eccentricity, offering a framework for navigating personal liberty in a diverse and evolving world.

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“John Stuart Mill's 'On Liberty' remains a foundational text for understanding the delicate balance between individual freedom and societal demands. This episode explores Mill's 'Harm Principle,' the vital role of dissent, and the value of eccentricity, offering a framework for navigating personal liberty in a diverse and evolving world.”

— John Stuart Mill, On Liberty

What it is about

harm principle, individual liberty, political philosophy

Who it is for

Best suited to listeners who want a clearer working understanding of harm principle, individual liberty, political philosophy and better judgment in how they apply it.

The author

John Stuart Mill brings a credible and useful lens to harm principle, individual liberty, political philosophy, with enough subject command to make the book worth hearing.

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John Stuart Mill

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