POLSCI 3NN6 Chapter Notes -Counterhegemony, Crimes Act 1900, Antonio Gramsci
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Theories of the state: formation of constitutions, hobbes: leviathan, state of nature: the state was an instrument for ensuring human survival and physical security. This collectivist law and order can be seen through. Canada"s peace, order and good government clause in the 67 constitution. They have to govern by promulgated established laws, not to be varied in particular cases but to have one rule for both rich and poor. These laws have to be designed for no other purpose ultimately but the good of the people. They must not raise property taxes without the consent of the people. The general prosperity attains a greater height and is more widely diffused in proportion to the amount of personal energies enlisted in promoting it. The only government that can satisfy this is one where the people participate and all of the people.