I would argue that John Locke had the most direct influence. Locke believed all men were born a "blank slate" and were shaped by their experiences. The Declaration declares similarly that "All men are created equal".
National laws are further enforced
The Europeans were exposed to new technologies, inventions, and ideas as well as old ones that had been lost and forgotten in Europe for centuries. The arrival of Muslim innovations in medicine and science helped Europeans catch up to the rest of the world. Politically, many leaders left Europe to focus on the crusades and were unable to respond to uprisings in their homeland or appointed others to rule in their absence. The crusades eroded the power of the feudal aristocracy and elevated the role of kings. The Papacy became more powerful and it's church became much wealthier. International trade increased and there was a new demand for foreign goods. It also reawakened Europe's curiosity, driving them to discover and explore new places, create new inventions, and innovate new ideas.
To vote in the United States, you have to be an American citizen.
There are other requirements:
-At least 18 years old
-Reside in the US
-Not forbidden from voting (probation, court order, prison, etc)
But, being an American citizen is the key requirement.
True. A utopia is the thought of a perfect society, which can never happen, because there will always be someone unhappy.
