SOC203H1 Lecture Notes - Moral Authority, Alexis De Tocqueville, Tyrant
Document Summary
Church: moral standing of church has changed over the years. Perfect illustration of erosion of moral authority when it comes to an institution. More wisdom residing within public opinion than there is in the hands of poiticians and leaders. Think of how many poor leaders have been elected democratically. When we look at authority and public opinion we must ask questions. If you study history you know there are times hwere the people have been swayed: should public opinion have greater authority than kings. While there is erosion of religious authority today there are still other typed of authority. Question of authority is still with us today. Question of authority in iraq after the second gulf war. Scenario that emerged after the us invasion. When bush said the war was over peace and security did not return to iraq. Conflict between the suni (sadam hussain) and shia islams.
