John Locke and "The Enlightenment"

John Locke was a man who influenced Thomas Jefferson and the Decloration of Independence. He believed that all men were created equal. Everyone had rights. These rights were to bring happiness and joy to mostly everybody. Governments were instituted by men. They are formed by strong powerful people and their job is to secure certain rights. They also make sure that everyone should follow them. The Decloration of Independence carried many laws. These laws were followed by mostly everyone. It should keep a system of people calm and certain. Especially so there wouldnt be any wars or big fights. Also if the government ever gets out of hand, like for example they'll be destructive and control everything then the people have a certain Right to alter it or abolish it. The government are like guards, however the government gets its power from the people. Such as Taxes and other things.