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The Handover

Past Present Future

CHAPTER

Mechanical vs Organic Models of the State

The speakers discuss the distinction between mechanical and organic models of the state, exploring how different historical periods and territories have shaped our ideas of legitimacy in the state. They also delve into the difference between mechanical causes and moral purposes in understanding the state, and debate the power of institutions and AI in reflecting our true values.

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