John Stuart Mill: On Liberty

Thesis: John Stuart Mill is a fierce defender of Liberalism, and believes in the inviolable right of all adults to do as they please, as long as they accept the rights of others.

-Toleration is essential to behaving rationally, morally and civilly.

-Mill believes in a "harm policy" , that is, if one is not physically harming another, or their livelihood their actions are legal.

-Mill is a defender of the individual and his ability to govern himself.

-Government can only serve to hinder the growth of an individual, who know better what their needs are and how to best fulfill them.

-Government should never seek to silence the voice of the people, nor should it be affected by public opinion alone.