Selected Milestones in Political Thought By mpanico Period: Jan 1, 1760 to Jan 1, 1795 Selected Milestones in Political Thought Jul 23, 1762 The Social Contract The Social Contract describes Rousseau's belief that governments should reflect the people's general will. Jul 4, 1776 The Declaration of Independence The Declaration of Independence asserts the right to overthrow an unjust king. Feb 25, 1792 Mary wollstonecraft argues for equal rights for women