One of the most influential ideas of the modern era is that of the social contract, an idea meant to convey the notion that all citizens, irrespective of race, sex, religion, or socio-economic standing, has the same basic rights and liberties under a shared political constitution, rights and liberties that are protected and enforced by the State and its agents. It is often taken for granted that a State-based constitution will suffice to protect citizens against unjust power and domination. But it is frequently forgotten that the
All of this is well said and timely. The same is true of another recent post in which you argued that the battle has only just begun. It’s not just a matter of ending the restrictions, but of rolling back the illegitimate power grab that has occurred in the name of the pandemic. I really hope we will succeed in that too.
All of this is well said and timely. The same is true of another recent post in which you argued that the battle has only just begun. It’s not just a matter of ending the restrictions, but of rolling back the illegitimate power grab that has occurred in the name of the pandemic. I really hope we will succeed in that too.