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Big Idea:  In order to understand the foundations of US government, it's necessary to examine the philosophies behind it.

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Big Idea:  In order to understand the foundations of US government, it's necessary to examine the philosophies behind it.

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In its most basic sense, is an agreement between the people and their government (the ruler and the ruled).

How much of my freedom/liberty (or natural rights) am I willing to give up for protection and security?

What does that look like in a society with a functioning government?

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1. man’s relationship to nature
2. man’s need for community
3. the role of law & government in the protection of the individual & maintenance of society
4. the impact of political power on both the individual & society
5.the power of government to advance man’s welfare.

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Watch this short video that explains Hobbes' views on government and the events that influenced his philosophy.
Bullet point notes as you watch.

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Watch this video until the 4:25 mark to examine the 'state of nature' and the 'noble savage'

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POLITICAL THEORY – Jean-Jacques Rousseau

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Locke & Montesquieu: The Philosophers Behind the Founders

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Use this reading to complete the google doc.