Part 2: Constitutional Foundations Flashcards
Materialism
the view that nothing exists except matter, its movements, and modifications
Spiritualism
the belief that a spiritual realm exists and is distinct from matter
Deism
the belief in a supreme being or creator (Nature’s God) who does not intervene in the universe or interact with humankind
Epicurus’s Dangerous Idea
talking about nature and talking about God are just two ways of talking about the same thing
Indigenous Critique
refers to the stance of indigenous people on how to bets organize a society and political system
Social Contract
the people agree to certain government-enforced restrictions on their liberties in exchange for a measure of security
Natural Rights
rights before the law/government