What is Philosophical Liberalism?
Introduction to the Official Series (TPL #1)
What is Philosophical Liberalism? Why do we need this concept?
In this first official episode of TPL, Joia and Chris introduce their mainline project to do an extended exploration of 1776 Forward’s "Statement on the Meaning of Philosophical Liberalism". They explore its core concepts of freedom, flourishing, and greatness, and they present their entrepreneurial approach to the project, which emphasizes integrating thought and action. They also share their personal journeys that led them to this endeavor. Watch the video for the full deep dive, with some key points summarized below.
What: Philosophical Liberalism, A Fresh Vision
Chris and Joia define Philosophical Liberalism - a set of political-moral ideas & ideals for maximizing human freedom, flourishing, & greatness (at both an individual & societal level)
They each ‘paint a poem’ in their own words of the meaning and value of this new concept of Philosophical Liberalism - highlighting a vision of human progress in which freedom enables flourishing which ultimately unleashes the potential for human greatness
Philosophical Liberalism combines ancient wisdom with modern philosophical and psychological insights to construct a new foundation and framework for the politics of liberalism
How: An Entrepreneurial Approach of First Principles Thinking + a Bias Toward Action
Why an entrepreneurial mindset matters for advancing liberal ideals
A definition of entrepreneurship and the need for self-motivated dreamers and builders who aren't afraid to fail
Entrepreneurship as a mission-driven, results-oriented approach to starting up new long-term ventures, & offering new ideas & experiments to solve big problems (not just in business, but in any human endeavor)
Why: Timeless Questions, Timely Mission
What makes a truly great society and a fulfilling human life?
Responding to a global decline in the understanding and value of human freedom
Who: Leadership in Action
Joia and Chris share their personal journeys as entrepreneurs, thought leaders, and now founders of 1776 Forward, the for-profit organization promoting Philosophical Liberalism
Thoughts on building a movement that empowers others to step into leadership roles, the vision of “leaders among leaders”
When: Every Other Week
Expect a new episode to drop every other week on Tuesdays, with the full deep dive Q&A to run approximately the next 2 years
Where: Be Sure to Follow ‘The Philosophical Liberal’ on Substack!
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You can read the official statement on Philosophical Liberalism, plus the original 1776 Forward founding Manifesto and details on all our other activities at our website.
**Weekly Call to Action: What Freedom Means to You**
Leave us a comment below, send us a direct message (DM), or reply to this email telling us what freedom means to you, in one sentence (or more if you like). Let’s all start applying first principles thinking to some of these core values & define them in our own words!
And as always, please help us build this movement by sharing TPL with others who would appreciate it! See you in 2 weeks for the next question (previewed in the video)!