What was Jefferson referring to when he stated in the Declaration of Independence, "Governments are instituted by Men, deriving their just powers from the consent of the governed."

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Jefferson's statement refers to the social contract theory, which posits that governments are formed through the consent of the people to protect their rights, and in turn, the legitimacy of the government's power comes from this consent.

What Was Jefferson Referring to When He Stated in the Declaration