Philosophical reflections on Hannah Arendt and the rule of law

In a personal reflection, Hugo Alday Nieto examines the political theories of Hannah Arendt, specifically referencing her works ‘Civil Disobedience’ and ‘Between Past and Future’. The text explores the perceived erosion of the rule of law and the increasing social sentiment that legal consequences for criminal acts are becoming unpredictable.

The author argues that without effective authorities to enforce sanctions and ensure compliance, the legal frameworks intended to provide security to individuals become ineffective. This breakdown in enforcement is presented as a challenge to the theories of Luigi Ferrajoli and a sign of social decomposition that necessitates a return to contractualist strategies to restore the state of law.