Lockean Liberalism

Lockean Liberalism is a political philosophy based on the ideas of John Locke, emphasizing individual rights, personal freedom, and the protection of property. It argues that everyone has natural rights to life, liberty, and property, which governments must protect. Locke believed that legitimate governments are formed through the consent of the governed and must operate within the rule of law. If a government fails to uphold these rights, citizens have the right to resist or change it. This philosophy laid the groundwork for modern democratic societies, highlighting the importance of individual freedom and limited government.