Who does Mills work influence ?

Both Modern and Classical Liberals

What is Mills harm principle ?

The belief that individuals are free to act however they like as long as they don’t harm others

What is a “self regarding” action?

One that does not infringe on the freedom of others (such as having personal belief)

What does Mill say the state should be tolerant of?

Diverse opinions

What is essential for the development of the individual ?

Individual liberty

What is the result of individualism?

Society as a whole would benefit

Why did Mill oppose popular democracy?

The interests of the few would be crushed by the majority- supported representative democracy

What does Mill later say the state had a role in?

Aiding individuals to attain developmental individualism

What does Mill say freedom of speech leads to?

Human progress

Who does Mill say should be able to have more votes?

The politically educated