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The Declaration of Independence was a revolutionary document in many ways. However, while it states that "all men are created equal" it did not speak for all mankind.

In one to two sentences, explain who the Declaration ignores and what this meant.

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Answer:

The quote didn't apply to minorities. This was because they weren't seen as people.

Step-by-step explanation:

Back then, minorities were seen as lesser, unintelligent beings. This is why slaver wasnt technically unconstitutional.

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