political-philosophy
Political Philosophy Skill
Master the fundamental questions of political life: What justifies the state? What is justice? What are our rights?
Core Questions
| Question | Issue |
|---|---|
| Why obey the state? | Political obligation |
| What is justice? | Distributive principles |
| What are rights? | Nature and basis of rights |
| What is freedom? | Liberty, positive/negative |
| Who should rule? | Democratic theory |
State Legitimacy
Social Contract Theories
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