Harold J. Laski: “At every point, that is to say, where Hobbes and Locke are at…”

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At every point, that is to say, where Hobbes and Locke are at variance, the future has been on Locke's side.

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Harold J. Laski

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Laski emphasizes the enduring relevance of Locke's ideas in contrast to those of Hobbes.

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Harold J. Laski: “At every point, that is to say, where Hobbes and Locke are at variance, the future has been on Locke's side.”