A People, Not Just an Idea.

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    • Subject Terms:
      UNITED States
    • Subject Terms:
      JEFFERSON, Thomas, 1743-1826; JAY, John, 1745-1829
    • Abstract:
      The article discusses the concept of America as more than just an idea, and it mentions philosophical definitions of the U.S., as well as the view of America as a nation that evolved under the influence of various ideas. The political aspects of the founding of the U.S. are examined, along with liberty and equality. The views of several late American leaders such as Thomas Jefferson and John Jay are assessed, as well as American identity, multiculturalism, and religion in the U.S.