Political Principles for Catholic Voters: Lesson One Political Principles for Catholic Voters Session 1: Human Nature and the Purpose of Politics Test your knowledge! How is man distinct from other animals?* He uses rationality to achieve his ends His desires are more intelligent He is not distinct from other animals According to Aristotle, what can't we help desiring?* Life Liberty Happiness How does Aristotle explain virtue?* It's the gift of God It's the total rejection of all desire It's the rational balance between extremes What is the role of the polis?* To protect people from their darker natures To facilitate the good life To enforce the law What can’t the polis provide?* Protection Stability Salvation
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