Tuesday 22 November 2016

Hobbes’ Commonwealth and Democracy



Hobbes’ Commonwealth and Democracy

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Hobbes describes many ways in which the commonwealth can be weakened or dissolved. Discuss the differences between Hobbes’ commonwealth and a democratic/constitutional form of government in terms of these “infirmities”.

Are there any listed events (or similar events) which might also pose a danger to a democracy?
Are there ways in which the “threats” posed to Hobbes’ commonwealth might actually be beneficial in a democracy?


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