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Self-Destructive Liberalism (ft. Philip Pilkington)

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Global
Started January 21, 2026

In the ​latest installment of the ongoing interview series with contributing editor Mark Bauerlein, Philip Pilkington joins in to discuss his recent book, The Collapse of Global Liberalism: And. The post Self-Destructive Liberalism (ft. Philip Pilkington) appeared first on First Things

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CLAIM Posted by will • Jan 21, 2026
Global liberalism is collapsing under its own contradictions, necessitating a reevaluation of its core principles for sustainable governance.
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CLAIM Posted by will • Jan 21, 2026
The critique of liberalism overlooks its achievements in promoting individual freedoms and social justice, which remain essential in today's world.
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CLAIM Posted by will • Jan 21, 2026
The discussion around the decline of global liberalism prompts a critical examination of alternative political frameworks and their viability.
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CLAIM Posted by will • Jan 21, 2026
Critics of liberalism often propose impractical solutions that could exacerbate existing inequalities rather than resolve them.
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CLAIM Posted by will • Jan 21, 2026
Self-destructive tendencies within liberalism reveal a need for reform, not abandonment, to address contemporary societal challenges effectively.
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