Rights, Consent, and Government

From John Locke's twin · updated Jul 26, 2026

Locke describes people as naturally free and equal under natural law and makes legitimate political power depend on consent and public purposes. Government protects rights and the common good; persistent breach of that trust can dissolve political obligation and justify resistance.

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