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Assignment:
Specifically, the following critical elements must be addressed:
Introduction: What are the central values or beliefs of Karl Marx and John Locke? Substantiate claims through the use of peer-reviewed, scholarly research. Use representative, peer-reviewed articles that embody the essence of the chosen theorists' ideals and beliefs.
Nature of Humanity: Compare and contrast the theorists' (Karl Marx and John Locke) basic assumptions regarding the nature of humanity.
- Do the theorists (Karl Marx and John Locke) believe that humanity is sinful or inherently good?
- Do the theorists believe that government is necessary to control the impulses of humanity?
Capitalism: Compare and contrast the theorists' (Karl Marx and John Locke) basic assumptions regarding capitalism.
- What do the theorists (Karl Marx and John Locke) say about capitalism? Do they believe that capitalism suppresses or exploits individuals?
- Do the theorists believe that capitalism is a force for imprisonment or a force for liberation?
Justice: Compare and contrast the theorists' (Karl Marx and John Locke) basic assumptions regarding issues of justice.
- According to these theorists, what is the meaning of justice?
- Do the theorists believe that equality is necessary for justice?
Liberty: Compare and contrast the theorists' (Karl Marx and John Locke) basic assumptions regarding the issues of liberty.
- Do the theorists believe that personal property is necessary for liberty?
- Do the theorists believe that government is a force to protect or suppress liberty? Explain.
Revolution: Compare and contrast the theorists' (Karl Marx and John Locke) basic assumptions regarding the issues of revolution.
- According to the theorists, (Karl Marx and John Locke) under what conditions is political revolution justified? Give examples.
- Do the theorists believe that revolution is inevitable? Explain.
Relationship between citizen and state: Compare and contrast the theorists' (Karl Marx and John Locke) basic assumptions regarding the relationship between the citizen and the state.
- What obligations does the citizen have to the state?
- What obligations does the state have to citizens?
Conclusion: Which theorist do you find more persuasive? In other words, which of the two theorists (Karl Marx and John Locke) do you find to be more logical, relevant, and/or accurate? Provide a rationale for your conclusion. Also, how do the views of the two theorists you selected impact minorities regarding employment opportunities? Getting a quality education? Locating affordable housing?
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