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When Does the State Deserve Our Obedience? Socrates, Law and the Limits of Government

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When does the state actually deserve our obedience? In this episode, I explore Socrates’ famous decision to remain in prison and what Plato’s Crito can teach us about justice, political authority, and the limits of government power. If the state acts unjustly, are we justified in resisting, and how do we fight injustice without becoming unjust ourselves?

For better understanding, read Plato's…