1. The Declaration of Independence
We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal

2. Authors Thomas Jefferson John Adams Benjamin Franklin
Robert Livingston
Robert Sherman

3. Beliefs
Unalienable rights- rights given by God that cannot be taken away
Government only exist if the people agree
People can revolt if the government takes away their rights
The United Colonies are free and independent states

4. Grievances Taxation without representation King has absolute power
Colonists not allowed to speak out against the King
Quartering Act forced colonists to house troops
Allowed homes to be search without warrants
No trial by jury of peers