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He signed the Declaration of Independence and the Articles of Confederation. He Helped persuade people to want to be independent. He also supported the ratification of the Constitution in the New Jersey debates.
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He has the most recognizable name on the Declaration of Independence. He was a a huge symbol of freedom in the Revolutionary war.
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He helped finance the revolutionary war. He also worked to help roman catholics be accepted.
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A document written and sent to the King of Britain to announce the 13 colonies independence from Britain and form the 13 colonies into one independent nation.
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He became a leading member in the revolution and signed the declaration of independence. He also complained about George Washington calling him a bad general.
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It is term meant to express the forming of 13 colonies into one nation.
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Helped broker the Treaty of Paris. Also was chief justice in the supreme court.
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It is the document the explained how the government would work in America.
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All people have the right to decline answering questions by pleading the fifth.
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The first 10 amendments of the constitution that limits the government's power. (written by James Madison)
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He was the founder of the Democratic-Republican Societies. He also was elected to the 1st congress as a representative of Pennsylvania. He also helped McKean become governor. He was a great political figure for the masses because he was a priest. It helped show people that God is on their side.
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He painted many famous paintings such as the signing of the Declaration of Independence.
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5 principles Alex believed crucial to American success.
Liberty-freedom from tyrannical rule
Egalitarianism-Everyone is equal/no social classes
individualism-people are free to search for happiness
populism-common people can get in political events.
laissez-faire-the government does not mess with the economy -
The government has the right to buy property for public use with compensation
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The official motto of the United States. It helped show the people that god supports the U.S.
