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False
John Locke did not wright the delclaration of independence he influenced the wrighters but was not one him self.
This depends entirely on the federal position in question, but an example of an analogous position would the position of the state legislature as contrasted with the Congress.
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the Legislative branch (specifically the Senate) must ratify treaties. This check on the power of President is part of the system of checks and balances.