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Briefly touch upon the utilitarian argument mentioned by Wolff: the state is justified because it promotes the "greatest happiness for the greatest number" more effectively than anarchy.

Political philosophy often begins with two central questions: "who gets what?" and "says who?". Introduction to Political Philosophy- Jonathan ...

While Hobbes and Locke offer vastly different visions of human life without government (the "State of Nature"), both ultimately conclude that a centralized state is necessary to ensure human flourishing, though they differ on the legitimate extent of that state's power. 2. The State of Nature: Hobbes vs. Locke Briefly touch upon the utilitarian argument mentioned by

Explain how both thinkers use the concept of a social contract—a voluntary agreement among individuals to create a sovereign power. Introduction to Political Philosophy- Jonathan ...