Should We Consent to Be Governed? A Short Introduction to Political Philosophy

Nathanson, Stephen

ISBN 10: 0534167462 / ISBN 13: 9780534167462

Published by Wadsworth Publishing, 1991

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Should We Consent to Be Governed? A Short Introduction to Political Philosophy
• Publisher: Wadsworth Publishing
• Publication Date: 1991
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0534167462
• ISBN 13: 9780534167462
• Binding: paperback
• Condition: Good

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Synopsis

Introduces students to political philosophy by raising a relevant, practical question that each of us faces -- What attitude ought we to adopt toward governments and laws? Beginning with this question, the author introduces a variety of political philosophies, each presented as an answer to this question, and shows why it is worth understanding and learning about these views. The text involves the students in the issues and encourages active thinking and learning by stressing what the student needs to make up their mind about the question. By studying this material, students will understand how one can respect the legitimacy of laws while retaining a critical stance that permits disobedience when laws and governments fail to be just.

Review

1. Introduction: Should We Consent To Be Governed. 2. Super Patriotism. 3. Political Cynicism. 4. The Case for Anarchism. 5. The Case Against Anarchism. 6. Critical Citizenship 7. The Critical Citizenship Perspective. Suggested Readings. Bibliography. Index.