Politics

Polis

The greek word that politics is derived from

Politics

The interaction between people whose relationships are characterized by conflict and cooperation, and who come together to solve such the rules of our society.

Things concerning the polis

Poltics (aristotle)

Man is by nature a political animal

A quote by Aristotle describing the interactions of humans in his society

Diversity

Refers to the idea or condition of different qualities or elements.

Politics

The work of Aristotle, which discussed the city-state and other forms of political communities in ancient Greece.

Politics

The art and process of governing diversity and managing scarcity for the collective good

Politics

The theory and practice of governing a country.

Extensive approach

This approach views politics as existing in all human social relations, not just government.

Limited approach

This approach says that politics covers only government, state institutions, and public officials (lawmaking, policy formulation, administration).

Diversity

The presence of different qualities, opinions, and cultures in society.

Scarcity

The state of having limited resources set against unlimited human needs and wants.

Legitimacy

Power exercised in a way the public accepts as rightful.

Aristotle

Father of Political Science

Niccoló Machiavelli

Father of Modern Political Science

The Prince

A guide for rulers on how to gain and keep power. It’s the source of Machiavelli’s reputation.