Government according to Hume was inadequate because it suffered from not being either a full monarchy or a full republic. Government today has improved because It has axed off those two conflicting offices. Though the monarchy still stands it is largely symbolic and holds no real power or sway over the people. Government doesn't have to cater to a monarchy. The people do also get a bit of a voice through their representatives. I believe Locke would agree with the social contract setup by government and the people, even though it is a bit frightening. We, the people, have given up a lot of our independence and privacy in order to be protected by our governments. According to Locke this is exactly what should happen, the people should give themselves over to a just government. It is the price we pay.