C.B. Machpherson

(1911–1987)

1. Canadian political scientist of left (socialist) orientation;
2. "Possessive Individualism": individual as the sole proprietor of his or her skills and owes nothing to society for them;
3. For him, Hobbes gave birth to the culture of possessive individualism and Locke furthered it;
4. Capitalism- negative freedom; supported positive freedom;
5. Extractive (power over other) vs Developmental Power (creative freedom, ability to fulfil self-appointed goals);

Book:

1. The Political Theory of Possessive Individualism: From Hobbes to Locke - 1962;
2. The Real World of Democracy - 1965;
3. The Life and Times of Liberal Democracy - 1977;