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Use Wolff’s analysis to highlight the problem of political obligation . Do we actually consent? Wolff discusses "tacit consent" (consenting by staying in a country) and "hypothetical consent" (what we would do if we were rational), noting that both are philosophically controversial. 4. The Utilitarian Alternative

If you'd prefer a different focus, you can use these themes from Jonathan Wolff's work : An Introduction to Political Philosophy by Jonathan Wolff Introduction to Political Philosophy- Jonathan ...

Compare the "State of Nature" theories of Thomas Hobbes and John Locke. Does Wolff’s analysis suggest we have a moral obligation to obey the state? 1. Introduction Use Wolff’s analysis to highlight the problem of