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The Founding Fathers were heavily influenced by the Enlightenment idea of natural rights, particularly the belief that individuals possess inherent rights to life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness. Thinkers like john Locke emphasized that governments are established to protect these rights and should derive their power from the consent of the governed. This philosophy is evident in key documents like the Declaration of Independence, which articulates the importance of individual rights and the social contract. The Founding Fathers aimed to create a government that reflected these Enlightenment principles.
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Which idea did the founding fathers use the most in establishin your rights?
Freedom
What are the informal amendments a result of?
The constitutional change that deals with the use of the electoral college as a rubber stamp for the popular vote was a result of party practices. The founding fathers were against this idea.
Which idea of the Enlightenment period pertained to dividing government equally?
The idea / theory called "Trias Politica" as developed by Enlightenment thinker Montesquieu.
What idea is central to the American enlightenment?
The central idea of the American Enlightenment is the belief in reason, science, and individualism as guiding principles for societal progress and governance. Influenced by Enlightenment thinkers, American intellectuals emphasized the importance of rational thought, empirical evidence, and the pursuit of knowledge, which led to advancements in political theory, ethics, and human rights. This period fostered the notion that government should be based on the consent of the governed, promoting ideals of democracy and liberty. Ultimately, the American Enlightenment laid the intellectual groundwork for the American Revolution and the founding principles of the United States.
How is the balance of powers similar to the checks and balances?
The balance of powers refers to the separation of powers, and the idea of ambition-limiting-ambition outlined by the founding fathers in the constitution. This is one of many checks and balances, but not the only one, or the same thing...
What main idea of founding fathers what is the main idea of founding father?
the consitution
Why are founding fathers called fathers?
A "father" is like a leader of a group or idea.
Which idea did the founding fathers use the most in establishin your rights?
Freedom
Who said it was okay to veto?
The founding fathers created the idea of the veto.
Who came up with the idea of independence?
The founding fathers came up with the idea of independence. They adopted the idea from the French people during the French Revolution,
The founding fathers got what idea from Rousseau?
The American Revolution, his political philosophy influenced the French Revolution, as well.
How were the founding fathers chosen?
they were the group of representatives sent to the second continental congress where they had the idea of writing the declaration of independence.
Which idea did the most founding fathers despite their differences agree with?
The new government needs to balance order & liberty.
Why might the idea of the US becoming a colonial power have offended the nations founding fathers?
because the us wanted monry
What was the 3 fifths compromise and why was it included in the constitution?
well i don't really know i just know that this was the Founding Fathers' "brilliant idea"
Which idea did the Founding Fathers include in the Constitution that allows Congress to meet the needs of a changing society?
The Founding Fathers included the Necessary and Proper Clause in the U.S. Constitution, to provide Congress with the ability to meet the needs of a changing country. The clause is found in Article One.
Which idea did the founding fathers included in the constitution that allows congress to meet the needs of a changing society?
The Founding Fathers included the Necessary and Proper Clause in the U.S. Constitution, to provide Congress with the ability to meet the needs of a changing country. The clause is found in Article One.
