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24. Political Theory / A. Basis of a State / 3. Natural Values / a. Natural freedom

[freedoms implied merely by being human]

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Only self-knowledge can liberate us [Spinoza, by MacIntyre]
In nature men can dispose of possessions and their persons in any way that is possible [Locke]
If men are born free, are women born slaves? [Astell]
A savage can steal fruit or a home, but there is no means of achieving obedience [Rousseau]
Man is born free, and he is everywhere in chains [Rousseau]
No man has any natural authority over his fellows [Rousseau]
Individuals have sovereignty over their own bodies and minds [Mill]
I am naturally free if I am not tied to anyone by a contract [MacIntyre]