... the whole idea of the declaration of independence was originally john Locke's idea. John Locke stated, "People willingly come together in a social contract. Basically people enjoy "natural rights", to life liberty and property but they needed some ground rules so they developed the declaration of independence. There are many well-known people in history that signed this document including, Thomas Jefferson ... ...

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