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Theories of Contractualism and Social Contract Theory
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In contractualism, the idea of consent is often used to justify political authority. What does consent in this context typically refer to?
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An implied agreement based on participation in society
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In contractualism, consent is often understood as an implied agreement that individuals give by participating in a society and benefiting from its institutions and protections.