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Which political philosopher believed that the powers of government should be divided to avoid abuse of power?

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The term "trias politica" or "separation of powers" was coined by Charles-Louis de Secondat, baron de La Brède et de Montesquieu. His concept of a government divided into legislative, executive and judicial branches acting independently of each other inspired the framers of the U.S.
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