How Liberalism Became a Dirty Word The demonization of liberalism in recent years is a phenomenon worthy of examination, particularly given its impact on contemporary social and political discourse.
According to Adrian Wooldridge, the widespread disdain for liberalism can be attributed to a deliberate strategy employed by some politicians in the past.
This initial intention was not rooted in philosophical disagreements but rather as a means to gain short term power by portraying liberals as out of touch with American values.