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Essay number 1: Thomas Jefferson stated in the declaration of independence that all men are created equal?.. Intro The declaration of independence highlights the ideals that the United States, is built on ?We hold these truths to be self evident, that all men are created equal?? However, in American history, especially early on, many groups were discriminated against Amongst these were blacks, Indians, and immigrants Body 1: Slaves in America Had no rights Their children were also born into slavery Harsh treatment Slave codes were established in many states prohibiting the rights of slaves Slaves were stopped from learning to read or write Didn?t even count as a whole person Event: THE SLAVE CODES
