On the Fourth of July, we are celebrating 240 years of American independence. In light of that anniversary, we should take a few moments and reflect on the meaning of that day and the idea of America.
Tony WilliamsProfessional Development Instructor, Bill of Rights Institute Tony Williams is a Professional Development Instructor who writes civics curricula and presents teacher programs for the Bill of Rights Institute. He earned a B.A. in history from Syracuse University and an M.A. in U.S. History from Ohio State University. He taught at the middle and high school level for… How does the Declaration of Independence reflect individual rights?We hold these Truths to be self-evident, that all Men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable Rights, that among these are Life, Liberty, and the pursuit of happiness—That to secure these Rights, Governments are instituted among Men, deriving their just Powers from the Consent ...
How did the Declaration of Independence reflect the political principles of social contract?The Social Contract has also been reflected in the Declaration of Independence. This is the idea where people get together and agree to give up some of their freedoms so the government can protect their truly important freedoms.
How does the Declaration of Independence reflect natural and individual rights quizlet?The Declaration of Independence equated natural rights with several truths, "that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable rights; that among these are life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness."
What were the principles of the Declaration of Independence?The Declaration of Independence states three basic ideas: (1) God made all men equal and gave them the rights of life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness; (2) the main business of government is to protect these rights; (3) if a government tries to withhold these rights, the people are free to revolt and to set up a ...
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