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“Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof; or abridging the freedom of speech, or of the press, or of the right of the people peaceably to assemble, and to petition the Government for a redress of grievances.”
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”A well-regulated Militia, being necessary to the security of a free State, the right of the people to keep and bear Arms, shall not be infringed.”
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The rights of the accused in the United States are protected by a set of constitutional amendments, namely the Fourth, Fifth, Sixth, and Eighth Amendments. These amendments collectively ensure that individuals accused of crimes have fundamental rights and protections under the law…in federal court.
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The Constitution leaves electing members of Congress to the states who set standards and qualifications for who could vote which left control early on to white, male, property owners. Despite efforts of white men to maintain their hold on political power, various constitutional amendments have ensured equal access and prevented discrimination in voting.
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The 14th Amendment is one of the most significant amendments in American history. Designed to address critical issues related to citizenship, equal protection, and due process of law, the amendment played a pivotal role in expanding civil rights and liberties.
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The 14th Amendment is one of the most significant amendments in American history. Designed to address critical issues related to citizenship, equal protection, and due process of law, the amendment played a pivotal role in expanding civil rights and liberties.
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