Write a letter to Thomas Jefferson

Question

Imagine you are a philosopher of democracy and an expert in the studies of John Locke and Montesquieu. You are living during the times of the American Revolution you have received a letter from Thomas Jefferson asking for advice on concepts of democracy to include in a document he plans to write declaring independence from England.

Write a letter back to Jefferson that includes your thoughts on democracy. Include in your letter 3 separate examples (and an explanation of each example) of Locke's ideas on democracy, his thoughts on the Social Contract Theory, and your own thoughts on at least 2 concepts of democracy. Also, include the importance of Montesquieu's Separation of Powers ideal and how this can help prevent the government from becoming too powerful.