>The United States was founded on the idea of "freedom" I'd argue that the United States was founded on particular freedoms, not the general idea of it. Like

>The United States was founded on the idea of "freedom" I'd argue that the United States was founded on particular freedoms, not the general idea of it. Like the original settlers just wanted the freedom to practice their religion in peace. They certainly didn't believe in any freedoms beyond their own interests.