The excerpt expresses the value of C. religious freedom. Jefferson emphasizes that the government's powers should extend only to acts that harm others, and he argues that differing beliefs about the existence of gods do not cause harm to anyone. This reflects the principle of allowing individuals to hold their own religious beliefs without interference from the government.
The legitimate powers of government extend to such acts only as are injurious to others. But it does me no injury for my neighbour to say there are twenty gods, or no god. It neither picks my pocket nor breaks my leg.
Use the excerpt to answer the question.
Which of the following American values was expressed by Jefferson in this excerpt?
A. free speech.
B. self-reliance.
C. religious freedom.
D. limited government.
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