The format of the document highlighted each specific argument. An example of a syllogism, after listing all the oppressions with which the king harmed the people, the declaration stated: "We, therefore the representatives of the United States of America, assembled in General Congress, appeal to the supreme judge of the world. for the rectitude of our intentions, do, in the name and by the authority of the good people of these colonies, publish and solemnly declare that these united colonies are, and should of right be free and independent States, that they are absolved. of all allegiance to the British Crown, and who are absolved from all allegiance to the British Crown, and that all political connection between them and the State of Great Britain is and must be totally dissolved; and that as free and independent States, they have full power to start war and conclude peace. » (Randy Barnett). Once all these harms have been done, they have the right to act. The Declaration of Independence was full of extremely intelligent, courageous and unifying words that create an incredibly impactful impact.