John Locke had the revolutionary (get it?) idea that citizens have a right to overthrow their governments, but only under these circumstances: a If the people were to break the social contract and see

John Locke had the revolutionary (get it?) idea that citizens have a right to overthrow their governments, but only under these circumstances:

a

If the people were to break the social contract and seek a different type of rule, the people could overthrow the government

b

If the government violated the social contract, the people could overthrow the government

c

If prices for important products rose too high, such as sugar, flour, or coffee.

d

If the government failed to accept new natural rights, the people could overthrow the government