The Marquis de Condorcet would have liked many of the changes that have occurred in the world since he died during the French Revolution. He believed that humans are slowly moving towards perfection, by increasing equality between nations and people, and attempting to perfect ethics. Because of his views that equality was right for all, he advocated strongly for things like the abolition of slavery, increased women's rights, and democracy. He would find that many of the things he advocated for have come true, or nearly so. For instance, slave trade has been abolished completely in Europe, unlike during most of his life (slavery was abolished shortly before he died, but then brought back by Napoleon later). Women have far more rights in many countries, and in places like Europe are considered equal to men. He would not like how many Islamic religious states do not allow women to have equal status to men, especially since it is for merely religious purposes, of which he would probably not approve. Democracy has also taken a huge step, which he would be very pleased to know. Many countries now use democracy as their sole method of governing, which he would have thought helped equality immensely. However, in our time there have been many instances showing how democracy can be corrupted, such as in the Middle East where people risk their lives by voting. The Marquis de Condorcet would really wish to change that, although it would be more difficult for him to change the world using papers and philosophy now than it was back then, partly because more equality means that status does not give you the same respect, and so you are less likely to be taken seriously. However, the issues the Marquis de Condorcet focused on are definitely not the only controversial arguments in our world today.
I personally believe that people of different sexualities should have equal rights, just as people of different races, do, although I cannot be sure of how the Marquis de Condorcet would have reacted to that major argument. He was for equality, however, sexuality is a very touchy subject, probably even among philosophers used to being considered radical, but I am sure that being homosexual was not accepted in 18th century France, and no matter how liberal he was or his day, I am sure that his views were partly influenced by society, especially his parents.
The Marquis de Condorcet would be proud of the steps towards equality the world has taken, although there are more to be made.
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