# What is Classical Liberalism?

**URL:** <https://www.libertarianism.org/videos/what-is-classical-liberalism>

**By** Nigel Ashford

**Published:** February 11, 2011

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Dr. Nigel Ashford explains the 10 core principles of the classical liberal \& libertarian view of society and the proper role of government:  
  
1\) Liberty as the primary political value  
2\) Individualism  
3\) Skepticism about power  
4\) Rule of Law  
5\) Civil Society  
6\) Spontaneous Order  
7\) Free Markets  
8\) Toleration  
9\) Peace  
10\) Limited Government

For more, visit [LearnLiberty.org](http://www.learnliberty.org/).