Politics Flashcards
He called man a “political animal” because of our natural inclination to form partnerships and satisfy social needs within a community.
Aristotle
He said that politics is associated with the affairs of the state.
Oakeshott
He said that government is the arena, prize, and historical residue of politics.
Miller
He said that politics revolves around power dynamics–determining “who gets what, when, and how”.
Lasswell
He said that politics is central to all collective social activities, encompassing both formal and informal, public and private spheres.
Leftwich
This study examines the cultivation and exercise of power and authority within government and its impact on society.
Politics in Philippine Politics and Governance
A social science branch focusing on the study of power in government and society.
Political Science
He viewed the state as the highest form of social organization, surpassing family and religious institutions.
Aristotle
In “The Republic,” he proposed an ideal city-state governed by a “Philosopher-king,” arguing that decision-making should be entrusted to a select few.
Plato
A ruler who governs on the basis of morality and philosophy.
Philosopher-king
17th-century philosopher known for the Social Contract Theory.
Thomas Hobbes
He described the “State of Nature” as chaotic and anarchic.
Thomas Hobbes
He believed humans have natural rights to life, liberty, and property.
John Locke
He expanded on the Social Contract Theory, emphasizing that government’s power comes from the consent of the governed.
John Locke
He believed humans are naturally good but corrupted by society.
John Jacques-Rousseau
He argued for a government based on the “general will” of the people to achieve the common good.
John Jacques-Rousseau
He advocated for the separation of powers in government to prevent corruption.
Baron de Montesquieu
The process of decision-making and implementing (or not implementing) these decisions.
Governance
The right of a government to exercise its power and authority over its constituents and the recognition of a state and its authority by other governments or institutions.
Legitimacy
Set of ideas and beliefs that define the views of individuals, groups and institutions.
Ideology
