Many American authors of the late 18th century shared the same sentiments as Locke. Thomas Jefferson, in particular, was well acquainted with Locke’s ideals, saying that “Locke’s little book on government is perfect as far as it goes.” The rights expressed in John Locke’s Second Treatise, of Civil Government, life, liberty, and estate, influenced 18th century America and were written into legal documents such as the Constitution and the Declaration of Independence.
John Locke addresses these values…
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