All of the individuals listed—Voltaire, John Locke, Benjamin Franklin, and Mary Wollstonecraft—are considered influential thinkers, but in the context of the term "philosophe," which is often associated with Enlightenment thinkers in France, Voltaire and John Locke are particularly notable.
- Voltaire is well-known for his advocacy of civil liberties and criticism of the church and state.
- John Locke is often recognized for his contributions to political philosophy and theories about government and natural rights.
While Benjamin Franklin and Mary Wollstonecraft also made significant contributions (Franklin through his work in politics and science, and Wollstonecraft through her advocacy for women's rights), they are not typically categorized under the term "philosophe" in the same way as Voltaire and Locke.
If you need to select one from your list, Voltaire would be the most directly associated with the term "philosophe."
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