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The process of making laws is influenced by the principles outlined in the Declaration of Independence. It emphasizes the importance of rights and the role of government in protecting those rights. This article explains how laws are created within this framework.
The Role of the Declaration of Independence
The Declaration of Independence states that governments derive their power from the consent of the governed. When a government fails to protect citizens’ rights, the people have the right to alter or abolish it and create new laws that better serve their needs.
The Legislative Process
In a government based on these principles, laws are made through a legislative process. Representatives are elected to create, debate, and pass laws that reflect the will of the people. This process ensures that laws serve the common good and protect individual rights.
Protection of Rights
New laws must align with the rights declared in the Declaration of Independence, such as life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness. If a law infringes on these rights, it can be challenged or repealed.
Summary
- The Declaration emphasizes government’s role in protecting rights.
- Laws are created through elected representatives.
- All laws should uphold the rights outlined in the Declaration.