United States Declaration of Independence
The Declaration of Independence Of the United States Of America is a text written by Thomas Jefferson and first published in 1776.
I
Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof; or abridging the freedom of speech, or of the press, or the right of the people peaceably to assemble, and to petition the Government for a redress of grievances.
II
A well-regulated militia, being necessary to the security of a free State, the right of the people to keep and bear arms, shall not be infringed.
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- Pages
- 30
- Reading time
- 11 minutes
- Pace
- Intermediate
- First published
- 1776
- Language
- English
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- 3,911
250 years later, still timely
Why Read the United States Declaration of Independence in 2026?
A short document with a long shadow: a list of grievances, a theory of government, and a tone that still instructs writers and citizens. Its ideals are universal; its applications are argued. Reading closely repays the time.
Today's connection
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Self-evident claims
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Thomas Jefferson
Founding era prose on liberty, science, and civic design; letters and laws with lasting voice.
