John Stuart Mill's "On Liberty"

Abstract: 3 pages in length. Mill fit into the general history of political, economic and social thought by applying his interpretation of society and the utilitarian philosophies by which it should abide. The concept of utilitarianism speaks well to the stance of political society Mill supported. When assessing this concept, it is important to consider how utilitarianism represents the quest to serve the greater good rather than what is favorable for the individual; indeed, this has a great deal to do with the idea of sacrificing a lesser being for the better of the superior being. With that in mind, one can easily see how Mill's reaction to the growing impasse between majority rule and individualism is meant to cause is one that supports the protection of society as a whole. At the same time, however, Mill espoused the need to break free of dictatorial rule, instead imparting the masses with democratic command as a means by which to deter what he termed "the tyranny of the majority." Bibliography lists 1 source.

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Catagory: Philosophy Of Religion, God'S Existence & Freewill

Subcatagory: Philosophy

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