I & S Governments

Legalism

A principle in jurisprudence emphasizing strict adherence to laws and regulations, focusing on punishment and reward to maintain order.

Daoism

A philosophical tradition promoting harmony and natural order, advocating government alignment with the Dao rather than force.

Confucianism

An ethical system emphasizing morality, social relationships, and virtuous leadership to foster societal harmony. It focuses on respecting your elders largely and knowing that elders hold the most power

Democracy

A system of government powered by the people, either directly or through elected representatives.

Republic

A government system where power lies with the people, exercised directly or through elected representatives.

Fascism

A political system characterized by authoritarianism, strong centralized control, and suppression of dissent.

Oligarchy

A governance form where power rests with a small group distinguished by wealth or nobility, making decisions for their benefit.

Communism

An ideology advocating for a classless society with common ownership of production to create equality.

Socrates

A classical Greek philosopher from Ancient Athens emphasizing self-knowledge, ethics, and the importance of critical inquiry in governance.

Hobbes (Social Contract)

Proposed that individuals surrender most freedoms for protection, necessitating strong central authority, saying it was the only way to prevent chaos and was against protests. Believed man was bad and chaotic by nature and without strict rule would fall into chaos

Locke (Natural Rights)

Advocated for inherent rights to life, liberty, and property that governments must protect. Believed man were not bad by nature but rather individualistic

Power

The ability to influence or control the behavior of people or the course of events.

Physical Force

A source of civic power involving the use of force to exert influence or control.

Wealth

A source of power deriving from one's financial resources and economic influence.

State Action

Involves power exercised through government actions and policies.

Social Norms

Unwritten rules and expectations in society that influence behavior and can exert power.

Ideas

The influence of individual or collective thoughts that shape perceptions and behaviors in society.

Numbers

A source of power related to demographics, votes, and support that can sway decisions and policies.

Physical Force

Using direct physical coercion as a means of power in civic life.

Wealth

Utilizing financial resources to gain influence or authority in society.