In this paper I have chosen three historical documents that have played a role in defining significant issues in American history. The three articles are: The Declaration of Independence, written July 4th, 1776 by Thomas Jefferson, The Bill of Rights, December 15, 1791, and The Civil Rights Act passed on July 2, 1964. I will attempt to define the issues portrayed in each document and whether or not the understanding of the issue remains the same today or has changed.
The Declaration of Independence was originally drafted by Thomas Jefferson and officially adopted on July 4, 1976. …
