Current Search: Perdomo, Rebecca (x)
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Title
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POSITIVE INDIVIDUALISM.
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Creator
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Perdomo, Rebecca, Jones, Donald, University of Central Florida
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Abstract / Description
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I will present and defend the notion of what I call Positive Individualism. Its purpose is to set forth a standard by which people are to treat others and themselves. I consider a common conception of individualism, its flaws, and a process of refining it. I formulate Positive Individualism, an idea in which every individual is valuable and therefore ought to be treated with respect and dignity by others. If this conception and the standards set forth were to be applied, communities would be...
Show moreI will present and defend the notion of what I call Positive Individualism. Its purpose is to set forth a standard by which people are to treat others and themselves. I consider a common conception of individualism, its flaws, and a process of refining it. I formulate Positive Individualism, an idea in which every individual is valuable and therefore ought to be treated with respect and dignity by others. If this conception and the standards set forth were to be applied, communities would be able to function successfully and without compromising the individual since, as I argue, the individual is the root of decision and action.
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Date Issued
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2014
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Identifier
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CFH0004642, ucf:45324
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Format
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Document (PDF)
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PURL
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http://purl.flvc.org/ucf/fd/CFH0004642
