The right role of government can be separated into three theories in how government can be integrated into the lives of people when considering the libertarian view on limited government inclusion in the lives of everyday people, along with liberal views on redistribution and the views of Aristotle on government. Both Libertarian and Liberals speak about many similar issues, however, share contrast differences on topics such as taxation, self-ownership, and economic prosperity. The third theory, being that of Aristotle, while relevant in ancient times pertaining to government rule and the selection of societies elite to manage government, nevertheless, is not an effective form of government to practice in modern times. It can be said that Liberalism
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Among many moral, religious, and economic beliefs Libertarians believe strongly in the concept of “self-ownership” based on the belief that a person has unequivocal rights to own themselves. The concept of “self-ownership” by Libertarians and the right for a person to do what he or she pleases as long as they do not cause harm to others, while appealing still conflict with today’s society and established government laws on issues such as abortion, assisted suicide, the selling of human body parts or organs, along with many other issues that exist. It can be noted that Libertarian views on issues such as freedom and rights that a person should have are also in other ways established in the views of Liberals and Conservatives, however, adapting Libertarian views into today’s society would mean establishing laws that remove a person completely away from society and functioning as one who choses what he or she will do with their lives. One question that can be asked about this scenario is the concept of “society” itself or communities, and populated areas that make up a country or nation and how all the members involved in those communities should all contribute to the future success or stability of the …show more content…
Political control and establishment in the form of “oligarchy” sees that the most prestigious individuals in society accumulating for the most wealth, knowledge, and bloodlines are to assume power and make decisions that affect the population. Similar to Monarchy, which puts the control of all into the hands of one, Aristotle notes that while he believes this from of political establishment to work, he also warns of potential tyranny that can result from it. A consistent issue with the form of government that Aristotle envisioned is that, as early as the 20th century and throughout history, political movements such as fascism or communism, along with monarchies can be seen to adapt portions of Aristotle’s views to limit power and establish in society only a limited few who have it. Due to the issues concerning whether or not a tyranny will result from the form of government that Aristotle establishes, along with other economic, morale, and philosophical questions that rise from it, this ideal form of government today is discouraged in modern politics because of the dangers it has pertaining to inequality.
Among many moral, religious, and economic beliefs Libertarians believe strongly in the concept of “self-ownership” based on the belief that a person has unequivocal rights to own themselves. The concept of “self-ownership” by Libertarians and the right for a person to do what he or she pleases as long as they do not cause harm to others, while appealing still conflict with today’s society and established government laws on issues such as abortion, assisted suicide, the selling of human body parts or organs, along with many other issues that exist. It can be noted that Libertarian views on issues such as freedom and rights that a person should have are also in other ways established in the views of Liberals and Conservatives, however, adapting Libertarian views into today’s society would mean establishing laws that remove a person completely away from society and functioning as one who choses what he or she will do with their lives. One question that can be asked about this scenario is the concept of “society” itself or communities, and populated areas that make up a country or nation and how all the members involved in those communities should all contribute to the future success or stability of the …show more content…
Political control and establishment in the form of “oligarchy” sees that the most prestigious individuals in society accumulating for the most wealth, knowledge, and bloodlines are to assume power and make decisions that affect the population. Similar to Monarchy, which puts the control of all into the hands of one, Aristotle notes that while he believes this from of political establishment to work, he also warns of potential tyranny that can result from it. A consistent issue with the form of government that Aristotle envisioned is that, as early as the 20th century and throughout history, political movements such as fascism or communism, along with monarchies can be seen to adapt portions of Aristotle’s views to limit power and establish in society only a limited few who have it. Due to the issues concerning whether or not a tyranny will result from the form of government that Aristotle establishes, along with other economic, morale, and philosophical questions that rise from it, this ideal form of government today is discouraged in modern politics because of the dangers it has pertaining to inequality.