The Right to Be Civilized

When people are brainwashed, including children, their autonomy is undermined and their freedom is diminished. When they are taught about right and wrong, and encouraged to practice good, the highest expression of their freedom and personal autonomy is able to be expressed.

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Published in:Free Inquiry 2000, Vol.21 (1), p.12-12
Main Author: SOMMERS, CHRISTINA HOFF
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Arendt, Hannah
Brainwashing
Children
Children & youth
Education
Ethical aspects
Ethics
Freedoms
Harris, Eric
Mill, John Stuart (1806-1873)
Personal development
Social aspects
United States
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Freedoms
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Social aspects
United States
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