explain one philosophy that directly inspired the writing of the Declaration of Independence. Provide at least one piece of evidence to support your answer

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explain one philosophy that directly inspired the writing of the Declaration of Independence. Provide at least one piece of evidence to support your answer

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Thomas Jefferson used the philosophies of John Locke for the Declaration of Independence. The words "life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness" was an idea first stated by Lock in the Two Treatises on Government.