Alex speaks with Eric Schliesser about the "freedom to" vs. "freedom from" debate in political theory, using Serene Khader’s book Faux Feminism as a central reference. They explore the historical distinction between negative and positive liberty, the role of hierarchy in structuring freedom, and how liberalism’s focus on removing restrictions can sometimes reinforce existing power structures. The discussion touches on feminist theory, liberal political thought, and broader critiques of market-based individualism.

References

Faux Feminism: Why We Fall for White Feminism and How We Can Stop by Serene Khader

Liberal Legislation and Freedom of Contract by T.H. Green

Two Concepts of Liberty by Isaiah Berlin

The Wealth of Nations by Adam Smith

The Origins of Totalitarianism by Hannah Arendt

Capitalism and Freedom by Milton Friedman

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