The Political Theory Review Episode 131: Philip Pettit - The State
Aug 29, 2023
Author Philip Pettit discusses his book 'The State' with Jeffrey Church, exploring the relationship between justice and institutional design, Kant's perspective on freedom of the pen, the concept and emergence of the state, unity and sovereignty within the state, lessons for contemporary politics, and the role of independent bodies and citizens assemblies in decision making.
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Introduction
00:00 • 4min
The Relationship between Justice and Institutional Design in the State
03:53 • 13min
Kant's Perspective on the Freedom of the Pen and Justified Regimes
16:55 • 2min
The Concept of the State and its Emergence
19:02 • 16min
Unity and Sovereignty in the State
35:08 • 26min
Lessons for Contemporary Politics and Potential Reforms
01:00:42 • 6min
The Role of Independent Bodies and Citizens Assemblies in Decision Making
01:06:13 • 4min