These famous quotes from The Declaration of Independence have provided a foundation of liberty for over 200 years and provide clues to our forefathers original intentions. 1  slide 1 of 3. 2  slide 2 of 3. 3  slide 3 of  3.
Panama is not a US territory just for using the dollar. Remember other countries use the dollar: El Salvador, Ecuador, to name a couple. Panama really does not have an official currency. Its constitution strictly forbids any fiat currency. The dollar is in use by the market, but the government cannot force its use.
The Republic of Panama shall be the sovereign over the Panama Canal Zone. During the life of the trea ty, Panama shall grant to the United States the right to use the lands, water and airspace necessary for operation, main tenance and defense of the Canal and the transit of ships.