Submission to authority is a choice from "summary" of The Politics of Obedience and Étienne de La Boétie by Estienne de La Boétie,Paul Bonnefon
The idea that submission to authority is a choice is a fundamental concept that challenges the notion of power and obedience in society. It suggests that individuals have the agency to decide whether or not to comply with authority, rather than simply being compelled to do so. This notion is central to understanding the dynamics of power relations and the role of individuals in maintaining or challenging oppressive systems.
When individuals recognize that they have the power to resist authority, they can begin to question the legitimacy of those in power. This realization shifts the balance of power from the rulers to the ruled, as it undermines the narrativ...
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