In this forum, three renowned champions of freedom, from different institutions, analyze what the future holds for the cause of liberty and where and under what conditions it is most likely to prosper. In their discussions, the panelists explore human nature and emphasize that optimism, education, and individual character and responsibility are critical elements in challenging the threats to liberty. Finally, they discuss the creation of a charter city in the region and the importance of learning from visible examples of freedom and oppression.
About the panelists
Alejandro Chafuen is president and CEO of the Atlas Economic Research Foundation and founder of the Hispanic American Center of Economic Research (HACER). He also serves on the advisory boards of several European and Latin American institutes, including Social Affairs Unit, UK. Roger Ream is president of The Fund for American Studies (TFAS), member of the boards of the Foundation for Economic Education, the US Air Force Academy Foundation, and of the advisory board of America’s Future Foundation. Robert Sirico is founder and president of Acton Institute. He is the author of numerous articles on religious, political, economic, and social issues. He is also a member of the American Academy of Religion, Philadelphia Society, and others.
The Acton Institute for the Study of Religion and Freedom was named in honor of the English historian, Lord John Acton (1834-1902) who is best known for his famous remark: “Power tends to corrupt, and absolute power corrupts absolutely.” Acton Institute’s mission is to promote a free and virtuous society characterized by individual liberty and sustained by religious principles. In order to carry out its mission, the institute holds seminars and publishes books, monographs, periodicals, and articles.
The Progress of Freedom: The Future of the Movement Acton Institute
Juan Bautista Gutiérrez Auditorium Universidad Francisco Marroquín Guatemala, November 16, 2009
A New Media - UFM production. Guatemala, November 2009 Camera: Rodrigo Escalante, Manuel Alvarez, Mario Estrada; digital editing: Mynor de Leon; index and synopsis: Sergio Bustamante; content reviser: Jennifer Keller; publication: Mario Pivaral/Carlos Petz
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Initial credits
Introduction by Jeff Sandefer
Alejandro A. Chafuen
Freedom
Ideas
Incentives
Leadership
Luck
Dignity of the human being
Warning
Future of the United States
Basic institutions of a free society
Scientific understanding of the human being
Things to avoid
Suggestions
Status quo
Leadership
Roger R. Ream
Optimism
Quotes Thomas Jefferson
A letter to my children
Fear of freedom
Capitalism
United States situation
Future optimism
Education
Self-improvement
Teaching others
Character
Quotes Ronald Reagan
Robert A. Sirico
Story of a shepherd in France
Importance of liberty
Liberty throughout human history
Tradition of freedom
Institutions
Quotes Saint Jerome
Our human nature
Fallacy of tyranny
Confidence
Quotes Samuel Adams
Question and answer period
Where would you go in the world to find freedom?
Chafuen, home of the founding fathers of the United States
Ream, mistake to withdraw
Sirico, culture and the media
Is it possible to restore a solid sense of liberty if religion continues in its decadent mode?
Sirico, positive view of religion
Ream, community involvement
Chafuen, intolerance against religion
A charter city in the region
Ream, examples of freedom
Chafuen, role of UFM and examples from Latin America
Sirico, resist the idea of Utopia
Final words
Final credits
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