During the Age of Enlightenment, philosophers such as John Locke advocated the principle in their writings, whereas others, such as Thomas Hobbes, strongly opposed it. Montesquieu was one of the foremost supporters of separating the legislature, the executive, and the judiciary. His writings considerably influenced the opinions of the framers of the United States Constitution.
Which Enlightenment thinker supported the idea of separation of powers? Which Enlightenment thinker was against the separation of powers? Who was a leading advocate of dividing government into different branches? Whose thoughts were impacted by Montesquieu's philosophy? Who was an advocate of separation of powers? Who was an opponent of separation of powers? Who's writing were very influential on the design of the United States Constitution?  