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Philosophy of Law
Timeless ideas at the intersections of science, philosophy, critical thinking, and history.
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Born 1864.
Max Weber (1864–1920)
Authority
Lived from 1864 to 1920, aged 56 years.
His core idea is that authority depends on perceived legitimacy, not moral agreement.
Philosophy of Law
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“The sad truth is that most evil is done by people who never make up their minds to be either good or evil.”
- Hannah Arendt
- 1963
Law Enforcement
Great harm is often caused not by hatred, but by people who stop thinking and simply comply.
Philosophy of Law
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John Locke and the Limits of Law Enforcement
Law Enforcement
Law loses its legitimacy when enforcement exceeds the crime.
Philosophy of Law
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Nonpartisan: The Federalist Papers and Presidential Impeachment
Impeachment
Impeachment is not a normal criminal trial. It is a constitutional political process designed to protect the public trust when federal officials abuse power, show corrupt character, or become unfit for office.
Philosophy of Law
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