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Preamble- Jefferson is attempting to legallyand philosophically justify the revolution that was already under way. Jefferson is saying that, now that the colonists have begun to separate themselves from British rule, it is time to explain why the colonists have taken this course of action. Principals Of Democracy- Tells how a governments should be run and reveals the influence of the English philosopher john Locke arguing that if a government does not allow its citizens to enjoy certain rights and freedoms, the people have a right to replace the government. List Of Grievances- The section in which Jefferson condemns the behavior of King George, listing the king's many tyrannical actions that have forced his American subjects to rebel. Formal Declaration- Final paragraph in which the delegates declare independance.

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