Locke clearly states that one can only become a full member of society by an act of express consent (Two Treatises 2.122).wserra wrote:Don't have time to discuss political philosophy with a goal-shifting nitwit. Read John Locke - the stalwart of government by consent - on "tacit consent". For most people, the concept is pretty clear.Patriotdiscussions wrote:Sweet, the social contract does not need individual consent or so you say. Just link something that backs your belief.
Tacit consent doctrine by Locke is his answer to those who do not expressly give consent say in writing, and is evidenced by us claiming domicile/legal residence, and makes perfect sense.
Most will understand tacit consent under its modern term implied consent.
http://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Implied_consent