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Life, Liberty, and the Pursuit of Happiness: A 13th-Century Take on Natural Rights | Fr. White, OP

The Thomistic Institute

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Exploring the significance of natural rights in the Declaration of Independence, focusing on the principles of equality and unalienable rights. Comparison between 'life, liberty, and property' and 'life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness' is examined, delving into the word choice of 'happiness' by Jefferson.

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