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Maryland signer of the Declaration of Independence Longest living signer. Was the only Roman Catholic
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Only man who served governor in both an English Colony and an American State. Governor at the beginning of the american Revolution.
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Served 2nd president of the continental congress and was a patriot of the American revolution. Signer of the declaration of Independence.
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There are 5 parts to the declaration of independence. Written by Thomas Jefferson. Discusses all the issues with the 13 colonies and Great Britain.
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Delegate from the New Jersey to the second continental congress and a signatory to the Declaration of Independence.
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Latin for "Out of Many, One" Appears with the great seal.
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Negotiator and signatory of the Treaty of Paris. Founding Father. Also served in the Continental Congress.
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27 Constitutional Amendments. It established Americas national government and fundamental law.
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Protects people from being held a witness against themselves in criminal cases.
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The 1st ten Amendments of the U.S. Constitution. Created September 25th, 1789
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American clergy, Solider in American Revolution, and political figure in in newly independent United States.
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Signer of the Declaration of independence. Civic leader in Philadelphia where he was a physician and many more.
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Liberty ~ Protection against a tyrannical government system that limits citizens rights
Egalitarianism ~ A society of equals made possible by the availability of land and ability to own it
Individualism ~ Possible because the society does not dictate individual action. People in America flourish freely without hereditary distinction.
Populism ~ Participation of the common people in politics and decision making
Laissez-Taire ~ Government role in the economy and business is limited or "hands off" -
Motto of the United States. Approved by Dwight Eisenhower
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the government or its agent to expropriate private property for public use with payment of compensation.
