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Liberalism Under Siege: A Battle from Both Sides

9/30/2025

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Liberalism faces challenges from both left and right, signaling a postliberal shift.
Leftists critique capitalism and seek radical reforms to address systemic inequalities.
Some conservatives, like Patrick Deneen, accept left critiques but push state-driven common good.
Trumpism emphasizes grievance politics, distorting complaints into punitive actions against opponents.
The right shifts toward a power-centric conservatism, threatening rights and fueling anti-wokeness countermeasures.

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Story summary

Liberalism faces challenges from both left and right, signaling a postliberal shift.
Leftists critique capitalism and seek radical reforms to address systemic inequalities.
Some conservatives, like Patrick Deneen, accept left critiques but push state-driven common good.
Trumpism emphasizes grievance politics, distorting complaints into punitive actions against opponents.
The right shifts toward a power-centric conservatism, threatening rights and fueling anti-wokeness countermeasures.