The Social Contract

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Spot the fair part. Spot the unfair part.

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Laws change. Power changes who gets to change them.

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The social contract is an idea that explains how people agree to follow rules and work together for the good of everyone. When we live in a community, we agree to help each other and respect each other’s rights.

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This agreement helps create a safe and fair society where everyone can thrive. Understanding the social contract helps us realize why laws and rules are important in keeping our communities healthy.

Key facts

Remember these

1The social contract is an agreement among people to follow rules.
2It helps create a safe and fair society.
3Respecting each other’s rights is part of the social contract.

Then & Now

🏛️ The rule you'll meet today is still on the books — sort of.

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What is the social contract?

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Why is the social contract important?

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