What beliefs about government did early English colonist bring to America

They brought with him beliefs mirroring those of the Enlightenment. They believed that government should protect citizens' natural human rights, and listen to their needs. They also believed that if a government failed to protect its people and their rights, then citizens have the right to abolish that government.

Many of the beliefs about government in the colonies were reflected from Enlightenment leaders, such as John Locke.