Although the Founding Fathers were considered "elites," there was a basic belief in which of the following?

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The protection of individual liberty was a fundamental belief of the Founding Fathers, as evidenced by the inclusion of the Bill of Rights in the Constitution. While they were indeed considered elites, they also believed in limiting the power of the government and preserving the freedoms of the individual. They did not, however, believe in equal levels of wealth among all citizens or the need to maintain slavery.

Although the Founding Fathers Were Considered "Elites," There Was a Basic