The statement below was made by John Locke in Two Treatises of Civil Government in 1690. "Men being . . . by nature all free, equal and independent, no one can be … subjected to the power of another without his consent."
How does the modern political system of the United States reflect the principles expressed in this statement?
a. Government officials with powers over others are either elected or are appointed by elected officials.
b. Justices of the supreme court, who apply the laws, are elected by the people.
c. Citizens are excused from paying taxes if they strongly disagree with the policies of their government officials
Please explain!!