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"Chaque homme a une propriété sur sa propre personne. Personne n'a de droit à cela sauf lui-même."

John Locke

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Everyone owns themselves completely. This means that just like you might own a piece of land or a house, you also own your body and your actions. No one else has the right to control you or your body without your permission. For example, imagine someone trying to take your favorite toy without asking—that wouldn't be fair because it's yours. Similarly, your body and your choices are yours alone, and nobody should take that control from you. If we all respect this idea, it means we won't hurt or take advantage of others, and we'll also expect the same respect in return. This helps build a more fair and respectful society where everyone feels safe and valued.

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