The Complexity of Power and Morality

This chapter explores the intricate relationship between identity, morality, and political philosophy, focusing on figures like Machiavelli and Hobbes. It examines the paradox of moral development alongside political authority, emphasizing historical examples such as Caesar Borgia to illustrate the brutal realities of leadership. Through this discourse, the chapter highlights the essential understanding of political science as influenced by the economy of violence and the necessity of maintaining a façade of virtue in governance.