Liberalism is a political and moral philosophy that emphasizes individual freedom and rights
. It is based on the belief that individuals should be afforded the maximum possible freedom consistent with freedom for all, and that equality and equal opportunities should be accompanied with responsibility and hard work
. The core values of liberalism include individualism, rationalism, freedom, responsibility, justice, and tolerance
. Liberalism is associated with private property, market economies, individual rights, liberal democracy, secularism, rule of law, economic and political freedom, freedom of speech, freedom of the press, freedom of assembly, and freedom of religion
. The philosophy of liberalism has evolved over time and has different interpretations and variations in different parts of the world
