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The duty of the people is to challenge authority from "summary" of The Politics of Obedience and Étienne de La Boétie by Estienne de La Boétie,Paul Bonnefon

The duty of the people is to challenge authority because it is through blind obedience that tyrants are able to maintain their power. If individuals simply comply with the commands of those in power without question, they are essentially giving up their own freedom and autonomy. This blind obedience allows tyrants to oppress their subjects without fear of resistance or rebellion. By challenging authority, people are asserting their own agency and refusing to be subjugated by those who seek to control them. When individuals challenge authority, they are disrupting the status quo and forcing those in power to justify their actions. This act of resistance can inspire others to question the legitima...
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    The Politics of Obedience and Étienne de La Boétie

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