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In History / College | 2025-07-06

Nowhere in the United States Constitution will you find the words 'slave' or 'slavery.' This intentional avoidance of the topic of slavery in the Constitution stems from the founding theory of:
A. Classical Liberalism
B. Inegalitarianism
C. Classical Republicanism
D. None of the above

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Answer (2)

The omission of the terms 'slave' and 'slavery' in the United States Constitution stems from the founding theory of Classical Liberalism, emphasizing individual rights and limited government. This was a strategic compromise among the Founding Fathers to maintain unity between states with differing views on slavery. The correct answer to the question is 'None of the above.'
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Answered by Anonymous | 2025-07-06

The United States Constitution does not mention 'slave' or 'slavery' due to the founding theory of Classical Liberalism, which focused on individual rights and limited government. The omission was a compromise to maintain unity among states with differing views on slavery. Thus, the correct answer is 'None of the above.' ;

Answered by GinnyAnswer | 2025-07-06