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Angry nobles wanted to limit the power of the king and protect their rights; it introduced the concepts of limited government and rule of law.
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Pilgrims wanted to solve the problem of who is in charge. Created self-government.
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Believed in freedom and rights for the people of the government
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Believed humans had natural rights and social contract.
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People in Britain wanted to expand the rights of the Parliament and the people.
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Believed there should be equal powers of each part of the government; Separation of Powers
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Argued against the Kings heavy-handed rule.Discussed things like freedom of expression which became very influential in theb colonies.
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Explained the arguments for independence in a way that's easier to understand. Also encouraged colonists to support the fight for independence from Britian.
