Philosophy 2083F/G Chapter Notes -Francis Deng
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Laws of nature - hindered by human passions. Small groups - balance of power easily changed. Large groups - too many cooks during war/ conflicting interests during peace. Limited governance - after awhile conflicting interests return. Internal - think hobbes you can do anything you want in your country. External - think westphalia, respect external sovereignty, don"t tell other people what to do in their country. Peace of westphalia 1648 includes - a focus on self determination, equality of non- interference. Previous concepts of sovereignty cannot respond and well to internal conflict but should. Internal incapacity suffering also occurs when a state is. Legitimacy and accountability states are only legitimate when internally accountable because. Is necessary to ensure that government action represents the common will. Contributes to stability and drives governances, progress and development thereby supporting responsibility. Representation and responsibility are conditions of state legitimacy. Can incentivize and support responsible, internally accountable use of state power.