Freedom and Responsibility: Lessons from the Cádiz Constitution of 1812 with Enrique Pallares

In this lecture at the _2024 ISI Honors Conference,_ "The Sixth City? The Tradition of Freedom in the Cádiz Constitution of 1812," Enrique Pallares examines the historical roots of liberalism through Spain's first constitution. He explores how the Cádiz Constitution shaped the understanding of freedom, not as the absence of constraints but as the acceptance of civic responsibility. By tracing the origins of the term "liberal," Pallares reveals a vision of liberty deeply tied to moral and communal obligations. He challenges modern perceptions of liberalism and offers insights into how its original principles can help address today's societal challenges.