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Political Science The Stoics Introduction to Political Theory By Professor Mark Lino Decena MA Political Science AB Political Science LPT (Major in Social Sciences) Who a...

Political Science The Stoics Introduction to Political Theory By Professor Mark Lino Decena MA Political Science AB Political Science LPT (Major in Social Sciences) Who are the Stoics? The followers of Stoicism, a school of Hellenistic Philosophy founded in Athens by Zeno of Citium in the early 3rd century BCE. Who are the Stoics? Stoicism is primarily an ethical philosophy but it also contains important political and social principles. Who are the Stoics? Stoic ideas about politics focus less on institutions and more on individual’s role within society and how a virtuous life contributes to collective wellbeing. The Political Philosophies of Stoicism Key points in Stoicism 1. Cosmopolitanism - We are all part of a single global community - We all share the same rational nature - Strong moral duty toward others The Political Philosophies of Stoicism Cosmopolitanism vs Nationalism/ Tribalism/ Ethnocentrism The Political Philosophies of Stoicism 2. Natural Law and Justice- Justice is an inherent part of the Universe and human laws should be aligned with this higher, rational order. The Political Philosophies of Stoicism 3. Duty and Civic Responsibility - Fulfilling one’s civic duties is part of living virtuously - Emphasizes the importance of serving others but less concerned with achieving political power The Political Philosophies of Stoicism 4. Leadership and Governance- rulers and leaders should prioritize virtue and reason above all. 5. Indifference to political power- detachment from political power and wealth The Political Philosophies of Stoicism 6. Acceptance of Fate- much of what happens in life , including political circumstances, is beyond our control. We should accept them with equanimity. The Political Philosophies of Stoicism 7. Non Violent Resistance- its emphasis on rationality and self control tends to promote nonviolent means of addressing injustice or societal problems. -Use of persuasion rather than aggression The Political Philosophies of Stoicism Civil Disobedience- the refusal to obey the demands or commands of a government or occupying power, without resorting to violence The Political Philosophies of Stoicism Mahatma Gandhi - developed the concept of Satyagraha in India during the British Colonial Period. The Political Philosophies of Stoicism Martin Luther King Jr. - Leader of the American Civil Rights Movement until his assassination in 1968 The Political Philosophies of Stoicism Corazon C. Aquino - Widow, opposition leader, and main rival to President Ferdinand Marcos Sr. during the 1986 snap election. The Political Philosophies of Stoicism The Occupy Movement- an outcry against inequality and greedy capitalism (the 1%). Armed Struggle Armed Struggle - refers to the use of physical force, through organized military or guerilla tactics, to achieve political objectives.  THANK YOU Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit, sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolore magna aliqua.