That Hegel's theory is derivative from Fichte's does not prevent it from being strikingly original and of independent value.

I think if there were to be a solution to the problem of free will, it would have to be a compatibilist one. Unfortunately, from that it does not follow that there is such a solution. Many philosophers find this an unwelcome message, and as often happens in philosophy, they punish the messenger by ascribing to him an entirely imaginary but untenable position.

That Hegel's theory is derivative from Fichte's does not prevent it from being strikingly original and of independent value.

In general, those who defend capitalism are basically out of touch with reality.

We can establish empirical criteria for free actions, and investigate human actions on the presupposition we are free.

Adam Smith was aware of the way that economic interests could have a distorting and destructive effect both on the market and on politics.

Kant has been famous for his rejection of eudaimonism, but I think Kantian ethics has a great deal in common with Aristotle, and some things in common with Stoicism as well. The traditions tend, I believe, to talk past each other when it comes to happiness or eudaimonia.