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    Imagine living in a world of complete rejection of liberal ideas and absolute conformity. Citizens of this world do not have the freedom to choose their occupation. In fact, these citizens have no rights. They cannot speak freely, they do not enjoy any personal freedoms or privacy, and the media is aggressively censored. This is the world of George Orwell’s 1984 and Ray Bradbury’s Fahrenheit 451. The protagonist of Fahrenheit 451 is Guy Montag, and he is a fireman. His job is to destroy books completely

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    The tension between liberal personal freedoms and egalitarianism is often framed as a zero-sum ideological conflict. The classical utilitarian liberal position, exemplified by de Tocqueville and Mill, warns of the creeping powers of the state to legislate and enforce a kind of equality, gradually eroding and circumscribing the liberties of the individual (Lukes 50). Guaranteeing a form of equality of outcomes for all citizens is understood by liberals to constrain or cheapen the rights of citizens

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    As an actor, it is not surprising that my creative side is artistic. I love acting and the freedom of living life any way I want within the confines of the script. I also developed another creative side utilizing an online app called Vine. I moved to New York City in November of 2013 and became ‘the new kid’ at Professional Performing Arts School. I only had one friend at this new school, so on weekends I was not hanging with cool city friends or at any trendy parties. I was doing homework and

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    Frozen

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    Frozen With a beautiful combination of catchy songs, life-like animations, and an incredibly well developed plot, this Disney animated film leaves the world frozen in amazement. Released in December 2013, the movie “Frozen” speaks on being different and of love. The main character, Anna, and her older sister, Elsa were extremely close until Elsa’s wintery powers of which she was born with almost got Anna killed. While Anna held on to that relationship, Elsa had shut herself out in fear of hurting

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    The American Dream

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    coupled with the possibility of lead a happy and successful life. The dream has been an aim for the majority of the individuals who reside in the land of America that gives them hope of the future. The definition of the term has expanded to incorporate freedom, achievement and meaningful relationships. People who manage to achieve their respective are deemed to have achieved the American dream. Part of the dream involves controlling one’s own fate, becoming successful, and having good living conditions

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    Individuality and excessive personal freedom does not threaten a harmonious, productive society as a matter of fact it improves society as a whole. If everyone was exactly the same, then there could not be an advancement in society because there isn’t an exchange of ideas since all ideas are the same. A difference in ideas is important because it helps us learn from each others mistakes and achievements and improve upon from them in future generations to come. Personal freedom is another important aspect

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    Cultural Norms and Personal Freedoms in Ha Jin's "The Bridegroom" Introduction In "The Bridegroom," a compelling narrative set in the fictional city of Muji, author Ha Jin delves into the tension between rigid cultural norms and the quest for personal freedom. The story is part of a collection that vividly portrays various facets of life under a conservative regime that strictly enforces traditional values. Through the life of Baowen, the central character, and his interactions with other characters

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    someone had put a pound of ashes inside my nose. I quickly ran for my life outside of the bus. I could see a cloud of smoke, following me as I ran. Today was suppose to be a normal day of freedom riding and preaching. Instead, it was a day filled with chaos and tumult. This was the first and last time I have ever freedom rode. I looked out of the window. Those southerners looked as angry as hungry lions. This long ride from Flint to Alabama better be worth it. Maybe our preacher can teach them a lesson

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    It had been a month since Bud Shirley’s death. At only sixteen years of age, young Belle Starr stared at the gravesite with a heavy heart. Her brother had been by her side since her birth in 1848. Her mother had taught her to enjoy ladylike pursuits, but Bud had taught her how to ride and shoot a gun. Belle excelled at marksmanship and put herself above any man. With Bud gone, Belle found a new way to exploit her talent by running away from her Missouri home and stealing riches. As a right hand

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    Let Us Have Freedom Freedom: the power or right to act, speak, or think as one wants without hindrance or resistance, that is what we don’t have right now. Our lives have been hard,we are often tempted to give up and not press forward, but we are not quitters, all of us together are going to fight until we have moved on.My poor family will be Britain’s slaves if our American troops do not try. All of our colonies sleep together snuggled in a little cabin like hut , it is not the perfect little dreamhouse

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