The right of revolution in the social contract theories of Thomas
Hobbes and John Locke is a curious topic. This paper discusses the
differences and similarities between the two philosophers'
discussions of this topic. It is argued that Hobbes and Locke
differ most drastically on the notion of who the sovereign is.
While Hobbes prefers to establish the sovereign as a demigod, Locke
understands the sovereign as a mortal, and thus fallible, man. It
is because of this distinction that Hobbes and Locke disagree on
the notion of the right of revolution. Furthermore, the American
Founding Fathers, including James Madison and Thomas Jefferson,
inherited Locke's perspective on this matter when arguing for the
independence of the colonies. Finally, it is the conclusion of this
paper that this notion of the right of revolution continues today,
when observing the numerous political revolutions around the world.
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