In 1-2 sentences, discuss the motive for the U.S. founders to focus on Montesquieu's and Rousseau's ideas as a basis for their new governmental foundations.
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The U.S. founders were motivated to focus on Montesquieu's and Rousseau's ideas because they believed in the separation of powers and the social contract theory, which shaped their vision for a democratic government with checks and balances and a commitment to the rights and freedoms of individuals.
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