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Rousseau's Second Discourse: Why The Poor Embrace Inequality
Johnathan Bi
Balance the Circle of Nature and Choice
Drawing the circle of what is considered natural too wide risks institutionalizing harmful systems, as seen in Aristotle's justification of slavery, while drawing it too small leads to utopianism, ignoring inherent self-interest in human nature. Expecting selflessness in a society can result in exploitation and persecution, highlighting the need for a balanced understanding of human nature and institutional structures.
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