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Liberty -vs- Tyranny
Definition of COLLECTIVISM:
1: a political or economic theory advocating collective control especially over production and distribution; also : a system marked by such control
2: emphasis on collective rather than individual action or identity
Definition of INDIVIDUALISM:Definitions posted for the benefit of those who have difficulty in understanding the
1: a. Belief in the primary importance of the individual and in the virtues of self-reliance and personal independence. b. Acts or an act based on this belief.
2: a. A doctrine advocating freedom from government regulation in the pursuit of a person's economic goals.
b. A doctrine holding that the interests of the individual should take precedence over the interests of the state or social group.
3: a. The quality of being an individual; individuality. b. An individual characteristic; a quirk.
the subtle differences. Example from a prior blog post: " Why is "collectivism" and "individualism" considered polar opposites?
Individualist |
Collectivist |