Description
Book SynopsisThis work defends a libertarian conception of a free society, one in which negative rights (rights not to be interfered with in peaceful pursuits) are identified and protected. It argues that such a society is the best ideal for humans and that this ideal is deserving of everyone's support.
Trade ReviewThe Passion for Liberty makes a convincing case for freedom, using a moral (as opposed to utilitarian) argument. This is an impressive primer on the principles of liberty. * National Review *
A remarkably clear, concise, and engaging statement of the 'libertarian' defense of liberty. What is especially useful is the application of that defense to specific public policy issues, something that the reader will find helpful and challenging. -- Nicholas Capaldi, Loyola University, New Orleans
Table of ContentsChapter 1 Preface Chapter 2 Introduction: For Individual Rights Chapter 3 Opposing Senses of Freedom Chapter 4 Ethical Egoism (or Individualism)-Personal Responsibility Chapter 5 Why Capitalism Squares with Morality Chapter 6 Immigration into a Free Society Chapter 7 Military Defense of a Free Society Chapter 8 Liberty - Economic v. Moral benefits Chapter 9 Against Utilitarianism Chapter 10 Reflections on the Right to Private Property Chapter 11 The Democratic Ideal Chapter 12 Revisiting the Class Warfare Chapter 13 Individual rights, Democracy and Government Debt Chapter 14 Exploring Extreme Violence (Torture) Chapter 15 The Norms of Military Intervention Chapter 16 Democracy and Foreign Affairs Chapter 17 Why Abortion is not Murder Chapter 18 Objections and Alternatives to Affirmative Action Chapter 19 The Bill of Rights and Moral Philosophy Chapter 20 Freedom and the Media
