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GenaCL600 [577]
3 years ago
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Briefly explain one philosophy that directly inspired the writing of the Declaration of Independence. Provide at least one piece

of evidence to support your answer.
History
2 answers:
Sedaia [141]3 years ago
7 0
The philosophy behind it was that of Hobbes, Locke, and Rousseau. They were inspired by works such as the Social Contract when they created the idea that people sovereignty was the highest form of sovereignty and that democracy and the rule of law should be the main thing instead of a monarchy. They part that all men are created equal and should govern themselves is directly taken from books like that one.
evablogger [386]3 years ago
7 0

Answer:

Responses should include mention of Enlightenment philosophies such as John Locke or others who espoused ideas about individual liberty as opposed to monarchial tyranny.

Explanation:

if u r using edmentum

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