what does it mean in the Declaration of independence when it says "governments are instituted among men to secure these rights?"

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Cash Morton

11 April, 13:05

what does it mean in the Declaration of independence when it says "governments are instituted among men to secure these rights?"

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Mathias Black · Answer 1

This refers to the rebounding aspect of social contract - - on the government's behalf of course - - in which the citizens have the power to overthrow or replace a government if it misuses its powers, breaking the social contract.

This quote in particular states that it is the government's duty to protect the rights of the people - - rather than taking advantage of the people.