...and I'm still not getting it 
Anyone out there able to explain in lowest common denominator terms the core beliefs of Hobbes, Rousseau and Kant with regard to human nature, State/government, freedom and peace.
Hobbes - we're all vile and need stamping on to keep peace
Rousseau - we're good until led astray by power or wealth so we need a direct democracy
Kant - we have it in us to be both good and bad so we need to be brought up with reason (what does this mean?) and have a representational democracy to stop inevitable conflict
I feel thick as mince - any help/insight/tips/decent sources appreciated. Thanks in advance x 