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John Locke vs. Thomas Hobbes

Theory & Philosophy

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Comparing John Locke and Thomas Hobbes' Views on Rulers and Laws

Exploring the differing philosophies of John Locke and Thomas Hobbes on the role of a ruler in safeguarding individual liberties and property rights, highlighting Locke's emphasis on accountability, evolving laws, and consent-based governance as opposed to Hobbes's view of an absolute sovereign above the law.

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