Law in Contemporary Society

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(This is a very loose adaptation of Joseph Avery's first paper. I wanted to see if I could bring out some of his underlying concerns in a manner that prompts more engagement in response. I don't claim to present a complete or irrefutable perspective, just one that naturally and reasonably appeals to many law students. The dialectic of our class may be strengthened by open and reflective dialogue with more conservative viewpoints.)
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Other People and the Social Contract

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<		The presence of other people raises the stakes in questions of both existence and aesthetics. They can threaten or assist one’s existence; they can disrupt one’s aesthetic or introduce possibilities and broaden horizons. Because we see the likelihood of us vs. them in general conditions of scarcity and especially aggravated ones, we only trust others to help themselves, which can rapidly devolve into a state of war.
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>		The presence of other people raises the stakes in questions of both existence and aesthetics. They can threaten or assist one’s existence; they can disrupt one’s aesthetic or introduce possibilities and broaden horizons. Because we see the likelihood of us vs. them in general conditions of scarcity and especially aggravated ones, we only trust others to help themselves, which can devolve into a state of war.
 The social contract, through the creation of an overpowering state, allows for a greater level of trust and cooperation. The system maintains a community that divides labor and tolerates opposing views. The problem of existence becomes less consuming, and people can devote more time to aesthetic interests.

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