Why Is The Declaration Of Independence Important
Our country was founded by idealist of the highest degree. They were steadfast in their belief that the people should be represented in their Government. Even against insurmountable odds, they fought to gain freedom for generations to come. They then worked tirelessly to create a solid foundation of government, leaving behind documents such as the Declaration of Independence, the Constitution, and the Bill of Rights. One can only imagine the look of sheer outrage and disbelief that crossed the face of King George III as he read the Declaration of Independence. Created by Thomas Jefferson, it laid out America’s intention to sever ties with Great Britain. It also listed 27 reasons the King had given America to secede. In true American fashion, we saw injustice and we
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House representatives, senators, and the President are put into office by the public’s vote. Although, there are some who are upset about the discrepancy between the popular vote and the electoral college in the last election. The constitution institutes checks and balances, which prevent one branch of Government from gaining too much control. These series of checks and balances keep the both the President and Congress from doing wanton legislation and laws. The likes of which could lead to an infringement of citizen’s rights.
It could be argued that the Constitution would not have been ratified without the promise of a Bill of Rights. The Democratic Republicans were concerned that the strong central government put forth by the constitution would be something of a noose around the necks of the american people. However, they also understood that the weak Articles of Confederation were insufficient in governing America. So, in the spirit of compromise, they added a document detailing the rights of American
House representatives, senators, and the President are put into office by the public’s vote. Although, there are some who are upset about the discrepancy between the popular vote and the electoral college in the last election. The constitution institutes checks and balances, which prevent one branch of Government from gaining too much control. These series of checks and balances keep the both the President and Congress from doing wanton legislation and laws. The likes of which could lead to an infringement of citizen’s rights.
It could be argued that the Constitution would not have been ratified without the promise of a Bill of Rights. The Democratic Republicans were concerned that the strong central government put forth by the constitution would be something of a noose around the necks of the american people. However, they also understood that the weak Articles of Confederation were insufficient in governing America. So, in the spirit of compromise, they added a document detailing the rights of American