Classical Liberalism: Locke's State of Nature and the Natural Law (2)

With a few interruptions from the cat, I discuss how Locke breaks from divine right theory and sets up a new foundation for government based on the idea that people are absolutely free and equal in the "state of nature" but nonetheless capable of obeying (at least imperfectly) the "natural law." The connection with revolutionaries like Thomas Paine, and Jefferson's "life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness" is discussed. We find out where Locke agreed and disagreed with Thomas Hobbes, and also where Locke brings God into his theory and where he leaves God out.

[jonaskoelker]

> He next distinguishes political power from other forms of authority
> *meow*
Such as being the apex predator :D

[enesakyol]

Could you please share your presentation?

[donalddesrosiersdsd]

Eh in scripture it teaches evil people take power as well as good at times. He wasn't speaking against God appointed rulers.