199 | Elizabeth Cohen on Time and Other Political Values
Sean Carroll's Mindscape: Science, Society, Philosophy, Culture, Arts, and Ideas
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Time, Sovereignty, and Citizenship
This chapter examines the complex relationship between time and political thought, focusing on sovereignty and national identity through historical examples, including the conflict in Ukraine. The discussion addresses the transition of citizenship from British to American contexts, emphasizing the role of legal definitions, age qualifications, and the nature of democratic consensus. Ultimately, it explores the ethical implications of how the living influence future generations and the lasting impact of their political decisions.
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