Political Philosophers Flashcard

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This philosopher believed it was better to be feared than loved.

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Hobbes

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This philosopher believed the purpose of government is to escape the state of nature and have a controlled and orderly society.

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Hobbes

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This philosopher came up with the idea of a one way social contract

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Hobbes

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This philosopher focuses on protecting the natural rights of life, liberty, and property

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Locke

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This philosopher believes that in order for a government to be successful, the people must consent to being governed.

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Locke

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This philosopher believes in popular sovereignty

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Montesquieu

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This philosopher created the idea of checks and balances where multiple groups hold some power

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Montesquieu

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This philosopher was in favor of a direct democracy where all citizens vote on every decision

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Rousseau

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This philosopher believed in majority rule

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Rousseau

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This philosopher placed the freedom of speech as vitally important for a society

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Voltaire