Defining the “Public Good”

Write a paper in which you develop and express your understanding of the “public good” based upon our readings and discussion of the three major concepts (or political philosophies) we have studied:  1) libertarianism, 2) egalitarian liberalism, and 3) communitarian liberalism.

You must define each of these three concepts. Remember that each definition must include a reference from our readings or videos or an outside source. Tell me who says that libertarianism means what you say it means? 
After you define a concept, discuss how it relates to your understanding of the “public good.” Does it increase or decrease the “public good”? 
If you find one concept more viable than the others, you may frame your discussion around that one. If you do so, please explain why you believe that it is better than the other approaches, using evidence to support your arguments whenever possible.
Include a minimum of two in text citations and two references. 

Please submit this paper by the due date. The course late policy will apply.
TIPS FOR WRITING A STRONG PAPER: 

Start with an introductory paragraph. State what the essay is about and what your central argument is.  A strong introduction tells the reader what you plan to say. 
The body of the paper is a discussion that responds to the assignment prompt.

The body is where you, the writer, assert your argument by stating what you think.
Imagine the reader knows nothing about your topic. Provide clear definitions of each term you include.
Provide evidence that supports your claims or argument. Evidence can come from course readings and materials or outside sources.  
A strong body is where you say what you want to say to the reader. 

Finish with a conclusion. At a minimum, a strong conclusion summarizes what you have said for the reader.