2 9 15 essay
Joe Loyner
Liberty
Mrs. Brockstone 7
2-9-15
The idea that America was founded off freedom was rooted in the man-given rights announced in the Declaration of Independence- that man was obliged to “unalienable rights” such as “life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness”(source C). Freedom is the ability for an individual to express his right of life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness under his individuality. However, in order for a society to be free, freedoms must be granted under certain circumstances. Our freedom in society must be limited to maintain a free and just society for all and to secure the well-being and safety of every individual. The right to life is defined as an individual’s right to liberties and goods in order to maintain a healthy life. Not only are they obligated to the human necessities to survive, but also benefits such as freedom of speech and expression. To have the freedom of life, individuals not only should have food, water, and shelter, but also freedom to live out individually. This is a bare necessity and falls under the right to life because the life of a person is in their identity and personality, and each individual has the right to express their identity through society. This keeps a person’s individuality alive, which is just as important as the basic needs in life. Society needs identity in individuality in order to be free and just. In the book 1984, individuals may have had the basic needs met, but were denied their right to individuality (Source J). This caused never ending fear within the classes, and this tension further separated the levels of social inequality. Telescreens watch individual’s every move, and Newspeak controlled vocal expression and even prevents the communication of feelings that go against Big Brother. This suppression does control violence within the society, but prevents personalities and differences among individuals. Suppression of individualism prevents a society where individuals are free to
Liberty
Mrs. Brockstone 7
2-9-15
The idea that America was founded off freedom was rooted in the man-given rights announced in the Declaration of Independence- that man was obliged to “unalienable rights” such as “life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness”(source C). Freedom is the ability for an individual to express his right of life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness under his individuality. However, in order for a society to be free, freedoms must be granted under certain circumstances. Our freedom in society must be limited to maintain a free and just society for all and to secure the well-being and safety of every individual. The right to life is defined as an individual’s right to liberties and goods in order to maintain a healthy life. Not only are they obligated to the human necessities to survive, but also benefits such as freedom of speech and expression. To have the freedom of life, individuals not only should have food, water, and shelter, but also freedom to live out individually. This is a bare necessity and falls under the right to life because the life of a person is in their identity and personality, and each individual has the right to express their identity through society. This keeps a person’s individuality alive, which is just as important as the basic needs in life. Society needs identity in individuality in order to be free and just. In the book 1984, individuals may have had the basic needs met, but were denied their right to individuality (Source J). This caused never ending fear within the classes, and this tension further separated the levels of social inequality. Telescreens watch individual’s every move, and Newspeak controlled vocal expression and even prevents the communication of feelings that go against Big Brother. This suppression does control violence within the society, but prevents personalities and differences among individuals. Suppression of individualism prevents a society where individuals are free to