Read the excerpt from the Declaration of Independence, and then answer the questions.
What is the first self-evident truth?
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. That to
secure these rights, Governments are instituted among
Men, deriving their just powers from the consent of the
governed.
- Declaration of Independence
What is the second self-evident truth?
Where are the unalienable rights believed to come
from?
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On the doctoral journey, you will need to adjust your thinking and perspective. it is inevitable that your world view will be challenged. how you respond to those instances of challenging remains in your control. this may sound daunting and even seem to be unacceptable, but it is the inexorable result of engaging in "deep thinking" while becoming an academic. remember, you are not just becoming a researcher, but you are also becoming a learned person (an academic) who will be charged with the responsibility of acting as a gatekeeper of knowledge and knowledge development. what distinguishes an infant academic from a mature academic? explain. how does the above biblical challenge to move toward mature thinking parallel the increased responsibility for knowledge and knowledge development that comes with the earning of a doctoral degree? explain.