The Leviathan Paradox: A Multi-Level Refutation of Hobbes

In this paper Boris Kriger presents a systematic refutation of Thomas Hobbess political philosophy specifically challenging the idea that a centralized Leviathan is necessary to prevent social chaos.
By integrating evolutionary biology game theory and neuroscience the author argues that cooperation is humanitys biological and mathematical defaulta stable attractor that social systems naturally return to.
The text introduces the Leviathan Paradox asserting that coercive states actually destabilize this natural equilibrium by imposing stress-inducing regulations and creating hierarchies that select for individuals with impaired empathy.
These leaders then project their own aggressive psychology onto the public creating a self-fulfilling prophecy of conflict to justify their power.
As a solution Kriger proposes the state as platform a governance model that provides infrastructure and dispute resolution without concentrating coercive authority or suppressing voluntary prosocial behavior.

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