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Liberty is essential for human flourishing from "summary" of The Road to Serfdom by Friedrich August Hayek

The notion that liberty is indispensable for the flourishing of human beings is a fundamental principle that cannot be overstated. Without the freedom to make choices according to one's own preferences and values, individuals are reduced to mere pawns in the grand scheme of collective planning. When liberty is constrained, individuals are deprived of the ability to pursue their own goals and aspirations. Instead, they are subject to the whims of those in power who seek to impose their own vision of the common good on society as a whole. This leads to a stifling of creativity and innovation, as individuals are forced to adhere to a predetermined set of rules and regulations that may not align with their own interests. Moreover, when liberty is curtailed, individuals are unable to fully realize their own potential and develop their unique talents. By limiting the scope of individual choice, societies risk losing out on the diverse contributions that each pe...
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    The Road to Serfdom

    Friedrich August Hayek

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