LAD #3-Declaration of Independence

The Declaration of Independence was signed on July 4th, 1776. It stated that throughout history it is just to overthrow the government that had kept the colonists together, if they feel they have been failing to do so. All men have certain unalienable rights; they include life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness. Government is enforced to ensure these rights. If the government fails to do its job the people can abolish it and create a new government that will institute safety and happiness. However, the government will not be overthrown by light and insufficient causes.

The Declaration of Independence was created to explain why America pulled away from Great Britain. They felt Great Britain didn’t abide by laws, they had secret meetings, the colonists were taxed without consent (“no taxation without representation”), their homes were invaded by soldiers, British army has blockades without consent form legislature, and have navigation laws.

The Americans are very upset with the Britain’s reactions after numerous attempts trying to confront them. As the American stated, “They too have been to deaf to the voice of justice…” The Americans had to do what was in their best interest, so they appealed the Supreme Judge and claimed themselves as free and independent states, meaning they had full power to levy wars, conclude peace, contract alliances, establish commerce, and so on.