The part of the Declaration of Independence that was meant to explain the natural rights of all people is the Preamble. The Preamble states, "We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable Rights, that among these are Life, Liberty and the pursuit of Happiness." This portion of the Declaration highlights the belief in the inherent rights that all individuals possess, regardless of their circumstances, and sets the foundation for the reasons for seeking independence from British rule.
