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The Declaration of Independence and Indigenous Nations

The article discusses the Declaration of Independence, highlighting both its celebrated ideals such as 'Life, Liberty, and the pursuit of Happiness' and its historical context involving the treatment of Indigenous peoples. It connects modern U.S. foreign policy, exemplified by actions under President Donald Trump, to the foundational principles outlined in the Declaration.

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The Declaration Heard Around the World

Jun 15, 2026

Sarah M.S. Pearsall

America’s swaggering foreign policy, as displayed most recently in US President Donald Trump’s unprovoked bombing campaign against Iran, can be traced back to its founding. The Declaration of Independence’s vitriol toward Indigenous people illustrates how conquest underpinned the ideal of liberty.

WASHINGTON, DC—There is much to celebrate about the ideals recognized in the Declaration of Independence . The glittering triptych of “Life, Liberty and the pursuit of Happiness” features prominently in America’s founding document and has long been admired by people around the world.

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Project SyndicateIndependentLeft6 days ago
The Declaration of Independence and Indigenous Nations

The article discusses the Declaration of Independence, highlighting both its celebrated ideals such as 'Life, Liberty, and the pursuit of Happiness' and its historical context involving the treatment of Indigenous peoples. It connects modern U.S. foreign policy, exemplified by actions under President Donald Trump, to the foundational principles outlined in the Declaration.

Bias read (Left): The article frames the Declaration of Independence critically, emphasizing its 'vitriol toward Indigenous people' and linking it to contemporary U.S. foreign policy. This framing highlights historical injustices and critiques the legacy of American expansionism, which aligns with left-leaning themes

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