The Declaration of Independence a.Established equality as the basis for American political thought, and life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness as universal rights. b.specifically includes only white men. c.Was a part of the Articles of Confederation. d.Had to be ratified by the states after the Revolution.

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∻Answer∻ ⚹ a. Established equality as the basis for American political thought, and life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness as universal rights. ⚹ ∻Key Concept∻ ⚹ Declaration of Independence and Enlightenment Ideals ⚹ ∻Explanation∻ ⚹ The Declaration of Independence, adopted on July 4, 1776, was a seminal document in American history that articulated the colonies' reasons for seeking independence from British rule. It was heavily influenced by Enlightenment ideals, particularly those of John Locke, and it emphasized the notion that all men are created equal with certain unalienable rights, among these life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness. While the Declaration's language suggested a universal application, in practice, these rights were not extended to all groups, such as enslaved people and women, at the time. However, the document did not specifically include only white men, nor was it a part of the Articles of Confederation, which was a separate document serving as the first constitution of the United States. The Declaration also did not require ratification by the states after the Revolution; it was an act of Congress. ⚹◊What impact did the ideas presented in the Declaration of Independence have on shaping American political thought?⍭ Generate me a similar question◊

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