
Hobbes, Hume, Spinoza, and the Politics of Human Nature
Political Theory 101
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Hobbes and Hume's Solutions for Compliance
The chapter explores the solutions proposed by Hobbes and Hume to ensure compliance in society. Hobbes suggests using fear as a means of control, while Hume emphasizes the importance of a rule of law system backed by the state. Despite their differences, both theorists share a common emphasis on the concept of states of nature.
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