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Which of the following Enlightment ideas influenced the leaders of the Latin American wars of independence?

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D. Leaders do not have the right to oppress their people .

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Which ideas do we find here?

First, the idea of popular sovereignty. Those who rule must have the consent of those who are ruled. The people are the sovereign, not an absolute ruler.

Secondly, the idea of limited government as a way to avoid tyranny.

Thirdly, the natural right of men to freedom. Opression goes against the nature of man, because men are born equal and freedom was given to them by God.

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