Personal responsibility should be valued from "summary" of Conscience of a Conservative by Barry Goldwater
The principle of personal responsibility is a cornerstone of conservative ideology. It is the belief that individuals are accountable for their own actions and choices, and that they should be held responsible for the consequences of those actions. This principle is rooted in the idea that individuals have the ability and the obligation to make decisions for themselves, rather than relying on the government or other institutions to make those decisions for them. Personal responsibility is valued because it promotes self-reliance and independence. When individuals take responsibility for their own lives, they are more likely to work hard, make wise choices, and achieve success. This in turn leads to a more prosperous and flourishing society, as individuals contribute to the common good through their own effo...
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