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john Locke's contributions to Classical Republicanism, and Liberal Theory are reflected by the Founding Fathers in The Declaration of Independence, and the Constitution.
Locke's argument for Religious Tolerance, "Earthly judges, the state in particular, and human beings generally, cannot dependably evaluate the truth-claims of competing religious standpoints. Even if they could, enforcing a single "true religion" would not have the desired effect, because belief cannot be compelled by violence. Coercing religious uniformity would lead to more social disorder than allowing diversity." has directly influenced the Freedom of Religion clause of the First Amendment.
Locke's belief that ownership of property is created by the application of labor. In addition, he believed property precedes government and government cannot "dispose of the estates of the subjects arbitrarily." This influenced the Due Process, and Imminent Domain clause of the 5th amendment.
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How does John Locke influence the modern world?
John Locke was a famous philosopher who set forth many ideas about human liberty. His ideas helped influence the American and French Revolution, making democracy the most desired form of government.
What did john Locke do in the American revolution?
well he was naked and the british shot him
Which philosopher's ideas were the basis for this quotation from the Virginia Declaration of Rights?
John Locke
How did john Locke influence the founding fathers?
John Locke was political philosopher and a proponent of natural law, and limited government. These two ideas that greatly influenced the Founding Fathers. Locke's ideas are reflected in both the Declaration of Independence, and the US Constitution.
Which political philosopher influenced the ideas of liberalism?
John Locke and/or Jean Jacques Rousseau
