A Foundation for American Democracy The Declaration of Independence, adopted on July 4, 1776, stands as more than just America’s birth certificate—it represents a revolutionary statement of human rights and governmental legitimacy that continues to influence democratic movements worldwide. This pivotal document, primarily drafted by Thomas Jefferson with input from the Committee of Five, transformed…
Introduction Imagine being tasked with creating a nation while simultaneously fighting the world’s most powerful empire – this was the unprecedented challenge facing the Second Continental Congress in 1775. As tensions with Great Britain escalated following the Battles of Lexington and Concord, colonial leaders gathered in Philadelphia to coordinate their response to the growing crisis….
Introduction In 1802, Thomas Jefferson penned a letter to the Danbury Baptist Association, introducing a metaphorical “wall of separation between Church and State” that would forever shape American democracy. This simple yet powerful concept has become one of the most debated and influential principles in American constitutional law and political discourse. The separation of church…
