"We hold these truths to be sacred and undeniable, that all men are
created equal and independent, that from that equal creation they
derive rights inherent and inalienable, among which are the preservation
of life, and liberty, and the pursuit of happiness." | Quote by: | Thomas Jefferson
(1743-1826), US Founding Father, drafted the Declaration of Independence, 3rd US President |
Source: | First draft of the Declaration of Independence |
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