After analyzing Aristotle and William Blackstone’s influence on political thought in early America, choose which one of the following statements would serve as an example of their impact.(1 point)

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The government shall have one absolute leader.
The government shall have one absolute leader.

The American government shall consist of participation by all citizens, who shall vote on all matters.
The American government shall consist of participation by all citizens, who shall vote on all matters.

The government shall follow the rule of law and allow freedom of the press.
The government shall follow the rule of law and allow freedom of the press.

The government shall require all newspaper articles be pre-approved before publishing.

Answer 1

The statement that best serves as an example of the influence of Aristotle and William Blackstone on political thought in early America is:

The government shall follow the rule of law and allow freedom of the press.

This reflects Aristotle's emphasis on virtue and the common good, as well as Blackstone's advocacy for the rule of law and the importance of individual rights and freedoms in governance.