The Declaration of Independence of the United States of America

Name: The Declaration of Independence of the United States of America
Author: Thomas Jefferson

By Thomas Jefferson

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The document begins with a concise philosophical preamble asserting that certain rights are inherent to people and that governments derive just power from the consent of the governed. It enumerates a series of grievances against the ruling authority for repeated injuries and usurpations that violated those rights and frustrated lawful self-government. On that basis the authors formally announce the dissolution of political ties and assert the group's right to be independent states, entitled to act as a separate political body among nations.

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Thomas Jefferson

Thomas Jefferson (1743-1826) was an American statesman, diplomat, and Founding Father who served as the third President of the United States from 1801 to 1809. He is best known for drafting the Declaration of Independence, a seminal document in American history that articulated the colonies' desire for freedom from British rule. Jefferson was also a prolific writer and thinker, contributing significantly to the intellectual foundations of the United States. His extensive writings, including the multi-volume "Memoir, Correspondence, and Miscellanies, From the Papers of Thomas Jefferson," reflect his views on governance, philosophy, and human rights, showcasing his enduring influence on American political thought.