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The paper explores the philosophical discourse on liberty and sovereignty over the past 300 years, highlighting contrasting views. It discusses Thomas Hobbes' advocacy for a strong leader, as presented in his work "Leviathan," and contrasts this with the federalist perspective of Publius, representing John Jay, James Madison, and Alexander Hamilton. The latter group emphasizes the benefits of a system with divided powers and checks among institutions, showcasing the evolution of thought regarding governance and individual freedoms.
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Sovereignity versus Liberty. The Societal Idea in the "Federalist Papers" and in Jean-Jacques Rousseaus Philosophy, Thomas Klotz
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