British philosopher John Locke (1632-1704) published several major philosophical works in the late 17th Century. These works include Essay Concerning Human Understanding, Two Treatises of Government and the Letter on Toleration. ... The Second Treatise on Government was published in 1690 and, as unapproachable as the language of this document is to our 21st century minds, the ideas put forth by Locke showed a common sense and practicality that would be well used as a modern standard. ... When these individuals choose to form into political and civil societies the commonwealth takes on the...

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John Locke's "Second Treatise- and his idea of the "social contract- was a major influence upon the construction of the constitution. ... Also, Locke argued that revolution was not only a choice but in some cases an obligation when faced with tyranny. ... Though some northern states adopted some form of emancipation, the Constitution's omission of slavery would lead to the Civil War. ... Under Chief Justice John Marshall, the role of the courts amplified. ... The fourteenth amendment came to become an important implementation tool for many civil right cases. ...

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Excerpts from John Locke [pp. 1-6], and Edmund Burke [pp. 7-11] from this document. This should be regarded as necessary reading for answering the Questions on Locke and Burke. Excerpts From John Locke, Second Treatise of Government: CHAPTER II: LIBERTY AND EQUALITY: [II.4-5 4. ...

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