1776

Money and control were the primary factors in the colonist's decision to break with Britain. The Declaration of Independence was a response to the threat of absolute tyranny. The colonists saw the need to dissolve the political bands with Britain and establish new guards for their future security. Under the Constitution citizens were empowered with Rights, NOT privilege as was the case under British law. These Rights weren't revocable at the whim of a would-be despot. Privileges may be withdrawn at any time. Rights may not. They are unalienable.