<span>Machiavelli was an Italian Renaissance Philosopher and statesman, through his works he often argued that political life could perhaps be excused for performing violent and deceptive actions which would not be a right in private life. He described how neither moral or religious rules alone were sufficient in governing. Because of this Machiavelli was often criticized and misunderstood by critics of the time because of this view he had on the relationship between politics and ethics. He was regarded as opportunistic and manipulative for this reason.</span>
It stated that the law was higher than the king.
The declaration of Independence was to declare Independence from great Brittan. they were basically tired of King George the third and said that they were thier own independent country. they later sent that to king george the third with everyone's signature. after the declaration of Independence was signed in soon to be America, the church bells rang and almost all that heard the bells rejoiced.
