William Bradford justifies the departure of the Separatists in many ways. First, Bradford says, "Covenant and combine ourselves together in a civil body politic,” meaning they will come together to form a government. Next, Bradford reasons with the idea that they will, "Meet and convenient for the general good of the colony," as a way of being fair to all of the citizens by making a meeting schedule that works for most everyone. Finally, Bradford tells that they, "Promise all due submission and obedience," referring to the colonists doing so to the colony. This document is a declaration of independence in the way that William Bradford is declaring that they will depart and establish their own government. However, this document also declares
