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The Enlightenment and American Government

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Provided the idea of people getting to vote for their own congressmen and President.
The people voluntarily agree among themselves to form a government to protect their rights
Provided evidences that the Articles of Confederation was weak.
Where the Enlightenment began in the 17th and 18th Century
Was in support of ratification of the Constitution of 1787
A pamphlet published by Thomas Paine which challenged the rule of England over American colonies
Jefferson's idea of life, liberty and the ________
Rights that belong to all humans at birth
End of British control and the American Revolution.
Provided the idea of "innocent until proven guilty"
The power of government comes from the people.
Power divided amongst the state and federal government.
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Those who opposed the constitution.
Branches of government check to make sure no one has more power than another.
Locke, Rousseau and Montesquieu were major influencers of these papers
The king of England during the American Revolution
Set forth the idea of live, liberty and property.