In a 4 to 6 page paper, double spaced, 12 font, Times New Roman, address the 3 p
In a 4 to 6 page paper, double spaced, 12 font, Times New Roman, address the 3 prompts below. Please answer the prompts in order. This assignment is intended to be an overview of ALL the material and concepts encountered this semester. Your task is to place the various political ideas in conversation with one another. Remember, mere summary will not be sufficient to receive a top score. You are being asked to analytically dissect the many arguments and views we have studied and explain why the authors hold these views. Additionally, your ability to construct, explain, and defend your own views is being reviewed as well.
Grading Components:
• Clarity / Grammar
• Appropriate and sufficient citation
• Sufficient incorporation of course material
• Soundness and comprehensiveness of student’s views
Questions:
1. Discuss the various conceptions of justice articulated this semester. What are their strengths (advantages)? What are their weaknesses? These can be theoretical or practical. Explain whether or not a conception (or conceptions of justice) is / are important for a political society.
2. Explain the significance of political legitimacy. What are some features associated with political legitimacy the average person would expect to observe? Are there any ways (methods or metrics) to determine to what degree / extent a society is politically legitimate? Is it necessary that a political legitimate society is also fully just?
3. What is the relationship between change and political legitimacy? If we determine political change is needed in a society, what is the best method to bring about that change? Be sure to address the distinction between reform and revolution. Are there any important practical considerations? Are there any important moral consideration?