Posted by
Tim Blessing on Saturday, June 14, 2008 6:05:32 PM
Natural Rights: The Continuation of Political Philosophy
A Natural Right is the concept of a universal right inherent in the nature of living beings, one that is not contigent upon laws or beliefs.
Natural Rights exist even if there is no enforcement by the government or society.
Philosophy handles the disconnect.
Natural Rights are the rights of the individual beyond government or international organizations.
They include in a minimal and original sense life, liberty, and the pursuit of property.
Natural Rights override obligations.
The concept of natural rights is one of the main inspirations for the Declaration of Independence.
Critics call it an is-ought problem.
Thomas Paine, John Locke, and several other writers are the key proponents of this concept.
Natural Rights are not organized by laws or governments or societies, but they do transcend normal laws.
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