Life and Liberty

Thomas Jefferson wrote the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 1776 for the separation of the thirteen colonies. In this he wanted a country with a government that allowed every citizen the ability to exercise of his or hers inalienable rights. The rights of life, liberty and pursuit of happiness. Over the many decades Jefferson’s vision of life, liberty and pursuit of happiness has been achieved in the United States.

Webster’s online dictionary defines life as the physical and mental experiences that make up the existence of an individual. As an American I’m able to live me life from day to day the way I choose. For me I am able to own decisions on how to live my life. One life changing moment for me was the decision to move out and live on. I had to start a life on my own without my parents to be there to make decisions for me.

The power to do as one pleases defines liberty. Over many years the goal of liberty has been established in our country. Although, when Jefferson was writing the declaration he was not including slavery. Over time this legacy has granted many African Americans. This is very important to me because I am African American. Liberty grants me the power to do what and not be tied down to someone else. Many African Americas did not have the choice of liberty. With the abolishment of slavery and segregation, Jefferson’s goal has been accomplished.

Political liberty is one of example of Jefferson’s legacy. In the United States we have the freedom to choose a leader or law that we want. It has taken many years for