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Freedom is a term inherently defined by a political philosophy. In fact it has been said that definition of freedom is the fundamental difference between differ
by guelo 10y ago
Freedom is a term inherently defined by a political philosophy. In fact it has been said that definition of freedom is the fundamental difference between different ideologies.
For example, you might define property rights as the negative freedom to do what you want with your property (property as defined by government, btw. e.g. humans are mostly not allowed to be property anymore. Or, the groundwater below your land might or might not be your property in your jurisdiction.). Alternatively, you could define property rights as the positive freedom of being able to peacefully enjoy your property, which could require the government to protect your property in various ways such as defending you against illegitimate claimants to the property.