Question

What influence did John Locke have on American Founding Fathers?

(4 Points)
1.The American Founding Fathers adopted his belief that people were not equal.
2.The American Founding Fathers adopted his strong beliefs of freedom.
3.The American Founding Fathers adopted his belief that people should pay lots of taxes.
4.The American Founding Fathers adopted his belief England should remain in change of Colonial America.

Answer 1

Foundation for the Founding Fathers and the First Principles
The Founding Fathers drew heavily upon English philosopher John Locke in establishing America's First Principles, most notably the recognition of unalienable rights, the Social Compact, and limited government.