Explain how the Constitution contributes to that non-violent and orderly transition of power within the democracy.
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In this assignment, you are to write a two-page paper explaining the history, structure, and purpose of the U.S. Constitution.
Your paper should address the history and structure of the U.S. Constitution using the list below:
Identify events that led to the creation of the document.
Explain the need that was felt by the founders used to justify why it was written as it was.
Identify the general topics covered in the various sections of the U.S. Constitution.
The documents could be described by the processes it created. One of the most celebrated concepts is the rule of law. Explain how the Constitution contributes to that non-violent and orderly transition of power within the democracy.
Address which sections focus on the amendment process and the transition of the government.
Parts of the documents place very explicit limitations on the power of the government—choose two and explain them with some detail.
Identify the branches of the federal government.
Explain the role and power of the U.S. Supreme Court.
All sources used, including the textbook, must be referenced; paraphrased and quoted material must have accompanying APA citations.
Part II
In your own words, what is the Constitution?
To you, what does it say about the rights of people? Note: Be careful, because it is not obvious what “rights” are really in the Constitution and it would be a mistake to use that stuff “everybody knows,” because it is technically insufficient and often incorrect.
Rather than taking on the whole landscape, choose four “rights” and give specific evidence that it is a right and from where this right emanates. Be sure what you choose truly addresses granting rights to the people specifically and not rights that you think are implied by the wording.
How would you characterize the overall position of perspective of the current United States Supreme Court (USSC)? Note: One might say that the Warren Court was more concerned with Due Process and individual rights. This court is likely to deal with some tough issues about privacy, and acceptable behavior towards the interrogation of non-citizens.
Respond to 2 classmates post.
Classmate 1
The Constitution is the is basically the establishment of the American national government which include laws and basic rights of all Americans. To me, it states that the rights of the people should be inalienable and without restriction. The right are either physical or abstract concepts or notions that should be acquired from birth within this nation.
The right to due process is the first “right” that I resonated with more. This right comes from the concept of justice and fairness that every should be granted a trial. It should matter if the person was caught red-handed (physically or metaphorically) they should have a right to defend themselves. Cruel and unusual punishment is the next right which could come after the trial. People were subjected to inhuman forms of punishment which were considered excessive regardless of the crime. This right is brings forth our humanity and how we should treat one another. Religious belief and protection from persecution came from the many immigrants that came to the United States to escape persecution. The multiple religions that came along must not be forgotten but protected. The last right is the prevention of government forcing homeowners to allow soldiers to use their homes. This right was due to the inconvenience on the military occupying their private homes.
Classmate 2
The constitution to me is the law off our country. This document is basically the foundation that holds the fundamental law and principles that we the people used to governed ourselves in the United States. This set of rules help guide how our country works. Many of us probably have our own views or thoughts of what the constitutions is before we actually read it. First thing that comes to many of our mind is probably “Freedom of Religion”, “Speech”, and “Press”. Probably even “The Right to Bear Arms”. These are the rights or laws that we hear people talk about all the time. But there so much more.
For example, (Amendment 10) “Undelegated Powers Kept by the State and People”. This helps to define the relationship between federal and state. And any power that wasn’t delegated to the US by the constitution or allowed by the state then belongs to the people. If you look at (Amendment 13) “The Outlawing of Slavery” this amendment still is major especially with the large amount of sex trafficking issue that we have today. Then if you take something like the illegal alien or immigrant issue even if they may have come to this country illegal if their kids are born here, then the kids are technically US Citizen. according to (Amendment 14) Then if you take us as in Americans about to Vote in these upcoming elections “The right of citizenship” and Voting Rights for All Races in Amendment 15.” is defiantly a important right for our people.
If I had to characterize the overall position or perspective of the current United States Supreme Court. I do feel that they do have a difficult job, But I also feel that they may not always put the constitution before their own personal or political views.
Answer preview Explain how the Constitution contributes to that non-violent and orderly transition of power within the democracy.
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