This course, taught by Ian Shapiro a Sterling Professor of Political Science, explores main answers to the question, 'When do governments deserve our allegiance?' It starts with a survey of major political theories of the Enlightenment-Utilitarianism, Marxism, and the social contract tradition—through classical formulations, historical context, and contemporary debates relating to politics today.
- Length: 00:47:41
- Producer: Open Yale Courses
- Series: Open Yale Series
- Category: Educational