Combining Philosophers

Ideas for B Hale / C Wright, Aristotle and David van Reybrouck

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24. Political Theory / C. Ruling a State / 2. Leaders / b. Monarchy
22541 Kings should be selected according to character [Aristotle]
24. Political Theory / C. Ruling a State / 2. Leaders / d. Elites
2819 The only virtue special to a ruler is practical wisdom [Aristotle]
22542 People who buy public office will probably expect to profit from it [Aristotle]
22552 The rich can claim to rule, because of land ownership, and being more trustworthy [Aristotle]
22583 The guardians should not be harsh to strangers, as no one should behave like that [Aristotle]
20089 Technocrats may be efficient, but they lose legitimacy as soon as they do unpopular things [Reybrouck]
20088 Technocrats are expert managers, who replace politicians, and can be long-term and unpopular [Reybrouck]
24. Political Theory / C. Ruling a State / 3. Government / b. Legislature
5241 We hold that every piece of legislation is just [Aristotle]
24. Political Theory / C. Ruling a State / 3. Government / c. Executive
22543 In large communities it is better if more people participate in the offices [Aristotle]
22539 Election of officials by the elected is dangerous, because factions can control it [Aristotle]
22572 Officers should like the constitution, be capable, and have appropriate virtues and justice [Aristotle]