nov 18, 1704 - John Locke

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Locke was an English philosopher that came up with many of the ideas that were used in the US Constitution, including a representative government and putting a limit on the power of the government. He is also credited with the idea that every man has a right to life, liberty, and property. As for significance, Locke’s ideals and knowledge labeled him as the father of liberalism, embarking a new wave of political and natural beliefs.

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