What are TWO rights mentioned in the Declaration of Independence?

The Declaration of Independence outlines several key rights that are fundamental to American democracy. Among these, "Life" and "the Pursuit of Happiness" are explicitly stated as unalienable rights that are granted to all individuals. The authors of the Declaration, particularly Thomas Jefferson, emphasized these rights to articulate the belief that the government's purpose is to protect these inherent rights of the people.

"Life" refers to the fundamental right to live and not be deprived of existence without due process. "The Pursuit of Happiness" is interpreted as the freedom to seek fulfillment and personal satisfaction in an individual's life, including the pursuit of personal and economic goals.

While other rights mentioned in other documents, such as justice or freedom of speech, are important and cherished in a democracy, they are not specified in the Declaration of Independence. The right to vote, although a critical aspect of democratic participation, is not addressed in the Declaration itself, as that document focuses more broadly on the philosophical foundations and principles of government rather than specific civic rights.