Why does thomas jefferson begin the declaration of independence with a list of basic human rights?

Thomas Jefferson began the Declaration of Independence with a list of basic human rights because he wanted to prove how badly the British Government was treating them. He wanted to show them that the America's had a reason and a good one at that to fight back and to claim their independence. I believe Jefferson also attacked King George and listed the at least 20 times he had violated these basic human rights, that every should and ought to have.

Lorna would be the complete subject in this sentence.