The format of the document highlighted each specific topic. An example of a syllogism, after listing all the oppressions by which the King has inflicted harm on the people, the Declaration stated: for the rectitude of our intentions, in the name and by the authority of the good people of these colonies, we solemnly publish and declare that these united colonies are, and by right should be free and independent States which are Absolved from all allegiance to the British Crown, and which are absolved from all allegiance to the British Crown, and which all political connection between them and the State of Great Britain is and it should be totally dissolved; and that, as free and independent States, they have full power to wage wars and make peace..." (Randy Barnett). After all this damage has been done, they have the right to take action. The Declaration of Independence was full of extremely smart, courageous, and unifying words that have an incredible impact