The Declaration of Independence states that when a government created by “the consent of the governed” fails to protect their rights, the people have the right to

a. hold the president and Congress criminally liable.
b. file a lawsuit in the federal courts.
c. turn to the state governments for relief.
d. alter or abolish such government.
e. file actions in state courts against the federal government.


ANS: D

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