The political theories and philosophies that influenced the construction of the U.S. Constitution go beyond the historically noted Americans we credit as our ‘Founding Fathers’. In fact, many outside contributions from forward thinkers of the Enlightenment were integrated into the foundation of our political values, institutions, and governmental systems.
Based on your readings, course lectures, and provided resources, answer the following prompts.
What political philosophies and/or political theories were influential on the founders of the United States when publishing the documents that would declare independence and forge a new system of government?
Include specific concepts, as well as their application, on each of the documents.
Which Constitutional Amendments have carried on these political philosophies and/or theories?
Documents
Declaration of Independence (1776)
US Constitution (1787)
Influences
Hobbes
Locke
Montesquieu
Rousseau
Constitutional Amendments
Amendments 1-27
Formatting:
Submissions should be written at the college level, documenting academic sources you utilize (including the textbook and course lectures). The essay may be written in MLA or APA format, 12 Times New Roman font, double-spaced.
Word Count Requirements: 1-2 pages
Resources:
https://teachdemocracy.org/online-lessons/bill-of-rights-in-action/bria-20-2-c
1.3: Enlightenment Thinkers and Democratic Government – Social Sci LibreTexts
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