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Radical Declaration
- The Declaration of Independence was radical for its time.
- It established a nation on the ideals of liberty and equality, derived from Enlightenment thinking.
Necessity for Independence
- The Declaration of Independence was necessary because colonists felt like they lacked the rights of British subjects.
- Events like the Boston Tea Party, battles, and Thomas Paine's "Common Sense" led to the desire for secession.
Happenstance of Leadership
- America has benefited from having the right leaders at critical moments.
- Examples include Washington, Lincoln, and Roosevelt.