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How anxiety over today's democracy is political

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Exploring Anxiety's Influence in Political Theory

This chapter explores the pivotal yet overlooked role of anxiety in Thomas Hobbes' 'Leviathan,' as discussed by a PhD student. It delves into how anxiety shapes political systems and influences belief in authority and superstition, underpinning Hobbes' advocacy for absolute sovereignty.

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