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

[equalities implied merely by being human]

5 ideas
There is no subjection in nature, and all creatures of the same species are equal [Locke]
People must have agreed to authority, because they are naturally equal, prior to education [Hume]
In a state of nature people are much more equal; it is society which increases inequalities [Rousseau]
It is against nature for children to rule old men, fools to rule the wise, and the rich to hog resources [Rousseau]
Men are created equal, and with certain inalienable rights [Jefferson]