The Declaration of Independence states that “all men are created equal, that [we] are endowed by [our] Creator with certain unalienable Rights, that among these are Life, Liberty and the pursuit of Happiness.” As your fellow colonist, it is my duty to compel you to join hands with the other colonists and help America gain justice and independence. Great Britain has violated our God-given rights and equality over and over again. But it does not have to stay this way. As the American people, we need to fight for our freedom and separate from the oppressive Crown. All men were born equal. That is one of John Locke’s, a great philosopher’s, ideas. Every man, from the farmer to the artisan to the politician, is equal. As equal citizens, we should have representation in the government and what laws are placed upon us, …show more content…
If- no, when- we separate from Britain, our government will use checks and balances and there will be separation of power, as well as being democratic, giving the people a voice. This will negate the risk of a government gaining an abundance power. Each part of the government will rely on another, with no branch gaining too much power. In addition, the power in the government will be split into branches to further limit the chance of a branch gaining too much power and becoming oppressive, like the king is now. Therefore, America’s government will not become as powerful and tyrannical as the Crown is currently. Admittedly, Thomas Hobbes, writer of Leviathan argues that people need law and order, which comes with having a strong ruler. Yes, there must be civil order and laws that are in place to keep society from becoming chaotic. Even Cesare Beccaria argues the idea that laws preserve society, and rightfully so, because we need laws to help society improve, flourish, and set what is right and