GVPT 170 Lecture Notes - Lecture 1: The Federalist Papers, Monarchy Of The United Kingdom, Limited Government
18 Mar 2016
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How do rules and structure of institutions shape the outcome. What are the opportunities for individuals to impact our government and policies. Do all individuals take advantage of these opportunities. How well does the reality of our political philosophy match ideal form. Dislike of taxation without representation (stamp act 1765) Legitimate political authority is based on the consent of the governed. Too far in the direction of limited government. National government didn"t have the power to tax or regulate trade, and no standing national army. Call to improve the articles of confederation but turned into a call for a new structure of government. Legitimacy of government is in the consent of the governed. Distrust of mass public & popular majorities. Importance of separation of powers & competition. Think about the economic interest and perspectives of the founders. Context of relatively fewer class distinctions, but regional differences. Opposed to new constitution and powerful national government.
