Lesson 74 Flashcards
1
Q
state of nature
A
proposed by thomas hobbes
humans are inherently self interested in their own survivial
humans are inherently drawn to conflict
2
Q
liberalism
A
the belief in individualism and freedom
3
Q
foundational equality
A
all people should have equal rights, opportunities and treatment under the law
4
Q
formal equality
A
all people should be treated equally in the eyes of the law
regardless of their characteristics and individual circumstances
5
Q
equality of opportunity
A
all individuals having the same chances to succeed
regardless of their background
6
Q
social contract
A
people give up some freedoms for the safety and security of living in a civilised society
7
Q
mechanism theory
A
emphasises strict hierarchies and views organisations like machine - like structures
