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From Natural Politics to Social Contract in the History of Ideas, with Simon Kennedy
The Social Contract Research Podcast
Evolving Political Ideologies: From Monarchy to Republicanism
This chapter explores the shift from kingship to republicanism, highlighting Hebrew critiques of monarchy and the evolution of political thought. It contrasts the views of Hobbes and Locke, examining Locke's often misunderstood ideas on natural law and moral truth, and their connections to theistic principles. The discussion emphasizes the complexity of political ideologies, weaving in contributions from other thinkers and the foundational role of self-preservation in social contract theories.
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