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What new set of ideas swept through England and France starting in the late 1600s?
The Age of Enlightenment
According to John Locke, what did he believe about people's natural rights?
All men were born free and equal in rights
What was Rousseau's idea about the authority of rulers and government?
Rulers and government only had the authority that the people permitted or granted them
What was the main purpose of government according to Jefferson?
To protect the rights of the people
Explore the impact of Enlightenment ideas on the Founding Fathers and their views on governance and human rights. Learn about influential thinkers like John Locke and their beliefs on individual freedoms and equality.
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