W e t h i n k t h e s e t h i n g s a r e o b v i o u s l y t r u e : T h a t a l l m e n a r e c r e a t e d e q u a l T h a t a l l m e n h a v e s o m e r i g h t s g i v e n t o t h e m b y G o d T h a t a m o n g t h e s e r i g h t s a r e l i f e, l i b e r t y, a n d t h e p u r s u i t o f h a p p i n e s s.

Declaration of Independence We think these things are obviously true: That all men are created equal That all men have some rights given to them by God That among these rights are life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness.

“Speak softly, and carry a big stick!”