Rousseau and his political theory- Theory of General Will

Rousseau's theory of the General Will seeks to create a "public person", rather a society where all individuals are members of one body to create laws that serve everyone's good equally. The idea consists of basically giving oneself without reservation to the community which enables one to retain his freedom and security. The conditions of the General Will consist of no rich or poor, so that everyone is equal, no partial associations so that a …showed first 75 words of 537 total…

…showed last 75 words of 537 total…than just a single representative. I believe very strongly in equality, and Rousseau's theory lets people have control over their authority and that therefore makes them free of forced laws and a higher power. His government tries to eliminate competition and greed, and therefore reduces the need for conflict and violence, which is what is wrong in most societies and governments. Rousseau envisions a society where altruism reigns and the goodwill of all is essential.