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What political philosopher believed that people exist in a state of nature without any ruler so long as they have enough food and protection?

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John Locke

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What political philosopher stated, “Governments are instituted through a social contract with limited powers and reciprocal obligations?”

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John Locke

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What political philosopher believed that if the rulers betray the people, then the people have the right to revolt?

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John Locke

social contract theory

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What political philosopher believed people live in a “war against all” so an absolute ruler is essential to prevent civil war?

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Thomas Hobbes

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Who wrote Leviathan?

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Thomas Hobbes

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Who is noted for giving the founding fathers the concepts of “separation of powers” and “checks and balances?”

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Charles de Montesquieu

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Who wanted to create “a government of laws, not of men?”

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John Adams

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Who wrote “Democracy in America,” a profound analysis of our political culture?

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Alexis de Toqueville

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On the 1950’s, Who led highly publicized attacks on alleged communists working in the government?

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Senator Joseph McCarthy of Wisconsin

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The traditional view of free speech and free press was expressed by this English Jurist, in his “Commentaries,” published in 1765

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William Blakstone

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Who was convicted of violating the Espionage Act because he had mailed circulars to men regarding the draft, urging them to resist?

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Charles T. Schenck