Locke states that “it is not the irrationally shortsighted criminal who constitutes the greatest threat to life and property in a state of nature, but ourselves” (Reconstructing the Classics, p. 107). Describe what he means by this. Please be sure to connect your explanation to Locke’s argument about private property and the necessity of government.

Locke states that “it is not the irrationally shortsighted criminal who constitutes the greatest threat to life and property in a state of nature, but ourselves” (Reconstructing the Classics, p. 107). Describe what he means by this. Please be sure to connect your explanation to Locke’s argument about private property and the necessity of government.