Government Authority and Consent
Dan Klein and Russ Roberts discuss the conventionalist view of government authority, highlighting the idea that it is something we acquiesce to rather than consent to. They explore how this perspective lends itself to libertarianism and classical liberalism, contrasting it with the concept of a social contract. The conversation delves into the potential pitfalls of our love for country and self, emphasizing the importance of self-awareness in avoiding unjust or unkind actions.In this clip
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Dan Klein on The Theory of Moral Sentiments, Episode 6--A Discussion of Parts VI and VII, and Summary
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