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24. Political Theory / A. Basis of a State / 1. A People / b. The natural life
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Rational animals begin uncorrupted, but externals and companions are bad influences [Chrysippus, by Diog. Laertius]
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24. Political Theory / A. Basis of a State / 3. Natural Values / b. Natural equality
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People must have agreed to authority, because they are naturally equal, prior to education [Hume]
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24. Political Theory / B. Nature of a State / 2. State Legitimacy / c. Social contract
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The idea that society rests on consent or promises undermines obedience [Hume]
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We no more give 'tacit assent' to the state than a passenger carried on board a ship while asleep [Hume]
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The people would be amazed to learn that government arises from their consent [Hume]
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