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American History

Irish_Dem

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2. Thomas Jefferson, author of one of the most important documents in the history of the world.

Reply to mahatmakanejeeves (Original post)

Thu Apr 13, 2023, 09:31 AM

Apr 2023

The Declaration of Independence.

I consider it a sacred document.

The astounding declaration that:

All men are created equal and have rights to life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness.
It's the government's responsibility to protect those rights.

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On this date, April 13, 1743, Thomas Jefferson was born. [View all] mahatmakanejeeves Apr 2023 OP

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Thomas Jefferson, author of one of the most important documents in the history of the world. Irish_Dem Apr 2023 #2