1. The Declaration of Independence and the Common Man
... institution put in place by the people and for the people. Jefferson felt that both individuals and governments are subject to moral law, suggesting that morality refers to conduct that is proper in society, and rightful government necessarily reflects this proper relationship in its policies and in its dealings with its own citizens and with other nations. Though Jefferson did admit ... states in the beginning of the second paragraph "We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal- Jefferson is putting forth the idea that every man is born with a natural right ...
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- Grade Level: Graduate