What exactly is freedom? Do we take the view that we can do whatever we want? Or is there some responsiblility that comes with freedom, and therefore it should be viewed as do what we want as long as we don’t infringe upon the freedoms of others? Should we go further and assert that we can do whatever we want as long as we don’t infringe upon the freedoms of others, and what we do is in the best interests of society? Who decides what is in the best interests of society?
I know that the latter of the three choices I gave is what truly represents the philosophy of our government. The problem I have is that what is in the best interests of society is really a relative concept. It is completely different, regardless of whom you ask.
What do you think? I want to know. How do you propose that we come to an agreeable compromise on what you think is good for society and what I think is good for society. Remember, we are a republican democracy. Majority does not rule in this country. (Thank God for that!)
