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Liberal/Liberalism
Liberal/Liberalism
The word 'liberal' can be a confusing one in politics.
As a General Political Term
As a General Political Term
Liberlism is a political philosophy that emphasises individual rights, freedoms, and liberty. The individual is the centre of political life, and therefore self governance is an ideal. Representative democracies embody liberalism because individuals are able to govern themselves.
As a Sociological Term
As a Sociological Term
Social Liberlism is a social and political standpoint that emphasises the expansion of progressive civil and politicla rights, and a regulated economy to ensure fairness and equality.
The Political Party
The Political Party
The Australian Liberal Party is the more conservative, or centre-right political party in Australia. They favour less government regulation of the economy, equl opportunity, and the facilitation of welath for citizens. See below for a more detailed summary.
Representation
Representation
Modern democracies are distincy from ancient democracies because of representation. Instead of all directly participating in government, modern democracies choose select citizens to make decisions on behalf of the people.
Delegate Representation
Delegate Representation
A delegate has the authority and the confidence of citizens to speak and act on their behalf
Trustee Representation
Trustee Representation
A trustee is someone who is trusted to act in citizens best interests.
Representation and Elections
Representation and Elections
A suitable method of choosing representatives is required for a modern democracy to work. Democracies around the world utilise various electoral systems to achieve fair and accurate representation.
Fair elections must:
Provide choice
Value votes equally
Create stable government
Facilitate accountability
Natural Justice
Natural Justice
Justice is an essential element of a liberal democracy. Some essential elements of a just society are:
Rights are due to citizens and are protected
Contracts, duties, and obligations are fulfilled
Impartial administration of the law
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