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The Declaration of Independence was mainly prepared by Thomas Jefferson, it was and is a document that has had great significance for other countries 'and peoples' struggle for self-determination. The ideas behind the document are, among other things, strongly inspired by the British philosopher John Locke. The Declaration is based on natural law, and a general principle of equality for all human beings. In the first part there are some references to Enlightenment and natural law principles, including the reference to "natural and divine law" and to the principle of equality: "All men are created equal", and immediately after the reference to "inalienable rights". Reference is also made to the right of the people to rebel against established authority theorized by Locke: "it is the right of the people to alter or to abolish it".