An idea from the Enlightenment that influenced the Declaration of Independence was the social contract.
representative government.
trial by jury.
freedom of elections.

Just think, why was it effective? -it appeled to critics because it was written well, that made it noticeable to the public including the white population-it was also recognizable to the african americans because it was about their heritage.-it was powerful just keep finding more points and elaborate on them. message me if you need more