Quote by Morris Raphael Cohen

Liberalism is an attitude rather than a set of dogmas - an attitude that insists upon questioning all plausible and self-evident propositions, seeking not to reject them but to find out what evidence there is to support them rather than their possible alternatives.

Liberalism is an attitude rather than a set of dogmas - an a

Summary

This quote highlights that liberalism is not defined by a fixed set of beliefs or principles, but rather by an open-minded and critical attitude. Liberals are characterized by their relentless questioning of accepted ideas and their commitment to investigating and examining evidence. Instead of dismissing plausible propositions outright, liberals strive to gather supporting evidence and consider alternative perspectives. The essence of liberalism lies in the constant pursuit of knowledge, understanding, and the exploration of ideas through a rigorous process of inquiry.

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By Morris Raphael Cohen

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