People To Know Flashcards
What political philosopher believed that people exist in a state of nature without any ruler so long as they have enough food and protection?
John Locke
What political philosopher stated, “Governments are instituted through a social contract with limited powers and reciprocal obligations?”
John Locke
What political philosopher believed that if the rulers betray the people, then the people have the right to revolt?
John Locke
social contract theory
What political philosopher believed people live in a “war against all” so an absolute ruler is essential to prevent civil war?
Thomas Hobbes
Who wrote Leviathan?
Thomas Hobbes
Who is noted for giving the founding fathers the concepts of “separation of powers” and “checks and balances?”
Charles de Montesquieu
Who wanted to create “a government of laws, not of men?”
John Adams
Who wrote “Democracy in America,” a profound analysis of our political culture?
Alexis de Toqueville
On the 1950’s, Who led highly publicized attacks on alleged communists working in the government?
Senator Joseph McCarthy of Wisconsin
The traditional view of free speech and free press was expressed by this English Jurist, in his “Commentaries,” published in 1765
William Blakstone
Who was convicted of violating the Espionage Act because he had mailed circulars to men regarding the draft, urging them to resist?
Charles T. Schenck
