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Tax This! The Declaration of Independence may be the most widely known piece of persuasive writing ever, especially in the United States. Thomas Jefferson was widely respected in the American colonies for his revolutionary principles and his eloquent use of language and words, making him the perfect choice for author of such an important document. Thomas Jefferson's first paragraph in the Declaration is a rough outline of the goals of the colonies. This part of …showed first 75 words of 866 total…

…showed last 75 words of 866 total…more credibility Jefferson states that the colonies are ready for war by saying, "…[the United States] they have full Power to levy War, conclude Peace, contract Alliances, establish Commerce and do all other Acts and Things which Independent States may of right do." And Jefferson finishes with a phrase that is climactic and tugs on the heartstrings by saying, "…We mutually pledge to each other our Lives, our Fortunes, and our sacred Honor." ------------------------------------------------------------------------ **Bibliography**