How Liberalism Became a Dirty Word
Adrian Wooldridge discusses the evolution of liberalism and its current perception in society. He argues that both the political left and right have strayed from true liberal principles, leading to a rise in illiberalism. Wooldridge emphasizes that liberalism has a self-correcting nature that can restore faith in its core values.
- ▪Adrian Wooldridge's new book explores the essence of liberalism and its challenges.
- ▪He argues that liberalism is often mischaracterized by both political sides for strategic gains.
- ▪Wooldridge believes that liberalism has a self-correcting mechanism that allows it to address its excesses.
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Political Gabfest The Revolutionary Center: How to Revive Liberalism Adrian Wooldridge on why the liberal tradition remains humanity’s best defense against authoritarianism and dogmatism alike. As told to John Dickerson May 16, 20267:00 AM Courtesy of Simon and Schuster Copy Link Share Share Comment Listen to Gabfest Reads: Apple Podcasts Spotify Copy Link Share Share Comment Sign up for the Slatest to get the most insightful analysis, criticism, and advice out there, delivered to your inbox daily. Gabfest Reads is a monthly series from the hosts of Slate’s Political Gabfest podcast. This month, John Dickerson talks with Adrian Wooldridge about his new book The Revolutionary Center: The Lost Genius of Liberalism.
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