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| Declaration of Independence | written by Thomas Jefferson; based upon John Locke’s social contract theory and his idea of natural rights; states that government should be based upon the consent of the governed and that the fundamental purpose of government is to protect people’s natural rights; argues for freedom from British rule; provides justification for revolting against unjust governments |
| Thomas Jefferson | wrote the Declaration of Independence; influenced by the ideas and principles of John Locke |
| John Locke’s theory of natural rights | power to govern belongs to the people |
| philosophers of the Enlightenment (such as John Locke) | had the most influence on the ideas stated in the Declaration of Independence and United States Constitution |
| the Declaration of Independence and the Bill of Rights | stress the importance of individual liberty |
