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His philosophy is often described as the culmination of the Enlightenment, providing a synthesis of rationalism and empiricism. His work is highly systematic, spanning most areas of philosophy. Kant's theories had and continue to have a huge impact on many areas of philosophy. He is generally seen as a classical liberal, and he inspired and influenced many libertarian scholars, such as F. A. Hayek. Kant was much concerned with freedom and the prevention of coercion. His categorical imperative gives rise to a deontological ethical system. He argued that there are absolute constraints on what people are morally allowed to do. Certain kinds of actions are prohibited, and individuals have ... Entry Judiciary Entry Kirzner, Israel M. (1930-) Biographical Acton, Lord Adams, John Aquinas, Thomas Aristotle Böhm-Bawerk, Eugen von Bastiat, Frédéric Bauer, Peter Becker, Gary S. Bentham, Jeremy Branden, Nathaniel Bright, John Brown, John Buchanan, James M. 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