The Declarations affect on the U.S.

This declaration would have an immediate effect on the nation as well as a long term effect. This declaration would serve as a key reference when leaders of this nation would future decisions. Often times this document would be used in support of an argument. For example if America was deciding to rule over another nation, someone opposed to the idea might have turned the Declaration as a reminder of what challenges America once faced to become free. This document would also have an effect on present day foreign policy.