Why do people obey?
Class began today with a game of 'Simon Says', which leads to the important question Why do people obey?
Students were asked to brainstorm some ideas: Fear, convenience, inferiority, respect, consequences for not complying, cultural norms, potential benefits, social conformity.What is the difference between obedience and duty?
Is duty for others and obedience for self-preservation?
Is duty responsibility?
Is duty a moral obligation?
Jean Jacques Rousseau would say government can not make people want or feel it is necessary to have duty, and obedience can not be forced, because remember, Rousseau believed that society is corrupt, but individual people are good. However, he believes that people understand they have to obey, but as soon as it is taken away, they'll do what they want.
Term(s) to know:
General Will- The desire or interest of the whole.
Essays were due this class.
No homework.
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