Inalienable Rights In The Declaration Of Independence

1) On page 80-81 in the second classroom edition of the text, Massaro speaks of the source of human dignity.

a) What is it from a religious perspective? The human dignity Massaro speaks of on pg. 80 is based on the “special view” the Catholic Church concludes about what is permissible with both individually moral and ethical practices by every society (Massaro, 2012, p. 80).

b) What kind of beings are we, and what are the ramifications of this? Massaro states “One key foundation of this picture of human life is that humans are made in the image and likeness of God.” “…because all humans somehow reflect the image of God; they are all entitled to be treated with greatest of respect and dignity.” “…we deserve the care and attention that belong

Declaration of Independence and then take a look at the last paragraph on page 83. The inalienable rights listed in the declaration of independence sites three examples, “We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable rights, that among these are Life, Liberty and the Pursuit of Happiness ("Definition of Inalienable Rights," 2018, p. 1).” Such rights are granted by humanity and do not fall under any law, custom or belief and cannot be given, taken away or transferred to another person ("Definition of Inalienable Rights," 2018, p.

Is there a shorter way to express this? With reference to public assistance from government entities, Massaro's rule of thumb states those subjects requiring solutions closet to the people affected should be resolved by the smallest groupings and mechanisms that are still effective and efficient (Massaro, 2012, p. 89). A shorter way to express this is to, keep it simple and allow those local governments closet to the problem, find social equality and fair solutions to their community’s problems.

a) Can you think of an example where this rule should be considered for any level of government? Healthcare is one example, healthcare at the national level across the board should socially bear the financial burden and equally yield the benefits to every human being.

5) On the bottom of page 93 onto page 94 in the second edition of your textbook, Massaro speaks of the social character of the property. In your own words, what does this mean? As technology develops and a socialization ripple affect develops along with it, utilities such as electricity, oil, natural gas and communication, all social character’s, become fundamental elements of human survival and should be safeguarded and distributed for everyone equally and not monopolized by means of the wealthy (Massaro, 2012, p.