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Political revolutions that began in the end of the 18th century had a great impact on society’s views on freedom and equality. American, French, Haitian, and Latin American revolutions signified a new era in the development of human rights. Needless to say, those who benefitted the most in the result of these revolutions were wealthy land and property owners, but not the poor, women, and the people of color (Liz Library; Halsall; Women and the Revolution). However, oftentimes they were the ones who fought and died for a long awaited freedom and civil liberties (The Haitian Revolution). Nevertheless, Haitian and Latin American revolutions led to either partial abolishment of slavery or changes in laws regarding it. Achieved progress in regards to human rights reminds person’s struggle with deeply ingrained habits when desired change is painful and looks like two steps forward and one step backward. I believe that in the case with each revolution, the glass is rather half full than half empty, because previous glass (prior to revolutions) was nearly empty in regards to basic human rights. Achieving significant change was possible step by step, and revolutions were only the first steps in addressing the issue of civil rights.
Outcomes of revolutions did not satisfy expectations of the poor, colored, and women although they voiced their concerns through means available (Liz Library; Halsall; Women and the Revolution). For this reason, some might be tempted to see the glass half empty. I believe that post-revolution historical events took its natural course in regards to civil liberties. In my opinion, situation with revolutions reminds history of England in time of signing the Magna Carta. Magna Carta was meant to protect only barons and rich, but it is considered a very significant document and an important step in establishing constitutional government and putting rights protection mechanism in place (Magna Carta; Magna Carta 1215). This analogy speaks in favor of “a glass half full”, as well.
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