The Declaration and Civic Friendship

This is an opinion/analysis piece centered on classical liberal and libertarian perspectives (Reason magazine's editorial orientation). The framing emphasizes the Declaration's role in civic friendship and American identity, positioning it as a source of unity rather than contestation. The piece draws on academic/intellectual sources (book excerpts) rather than political actors, using measured rather than charged language, which moderates its ideological tenor toward the center-right.

Primary voices: academic or expert