Government Reflection 2nd period

1) I learned about the bicameral congress consisting of the House and Congress.
2) The difference between the civil rights and liberties surprised me.
3) I do not agree with the second amendment. I feel that people and government are taking advantage of something that was necessary for that time period.
4) Taking U.S. government has informed me about the process of our government, how one becomes elected, and the amount of power each branch has. I also learned about the individual rights that I am entitled to.
5) No Gitms.

Government period 2 10/ 10/ 13

The reasons for fighting World War II were for personal liberties, protecting from totalitarianism, fascism, and terror.  The Supreme Court is slowly progressing and many Americans felt his or her efforts were in vain: fighting for liberties in foreign territory and lacking domestic rights.



Discussion Questions: World War II represented global power which in turn convinced many Americans there was nothing-America-couldn't do.

2) Domestic, civil, and personal restrictions.

3) Ms. Biskupic basically meant the Supreme went through trial and error.

Rights that are relative but not absolute:

Freedom of speech, you cannot say anything you want. There are exceptions such as fighting words and phrases that may infringe on community and public safety.

Test Grade

Principal Lay 2nd Period

I believe the students that complained about Principle Lay had every right to do so. He continually violates the First amendment and does not care. The separation of Church and State is there for a reason, to protect the individuals who belief differently. Lay and others involved should definitely be held accountable for their actions. Jail time is too harsh for now, but if the violations continue maybe jail will be necessary.

I do not see any pros for teaching religion is school.
Con: Other beliefs and values

Article Failure Summary 2nd Period

We technically have two Constitutions. 1776-1787 followed the Articles of Confederation. The Feds (Federalists) were too weak and the states were too strong. Federalism is the division of power between the federal government and the states. Under colonialism, there was a bad view or interpretation of what government should be due to the abuse under British rule. There was a lack of trust in Central power. The Articles limited the power of the federal government. The States were independent States. There was one branch of government under the Articles and it was Legislative. Congress held thirteen members, one from each state, for equal representation. The Northwest Ordinance of 1787 gave the federal government jurisdiction to expand the nation. The structure of the Articles of Confederation inhibited the ability of U.S. to advance. There was no president or leader, no court system, no ability to tax, no army, no monetary system, no ability to regulate commerce. Within the legislation there had to be a super majority (9 out of 13 votes) to pass laws and a unanimous decision to amend the Articles. Shay's Rebellion was the straw that broke the camel's back. As a result the Federalists' Papers were written to revamp the Articles of Confederation.  

Bill of Rights Scenarios 2nd Period

1) Scenario #1 violates the Fourth Amendment because the officers do not have a search warrant to legally arrest Mrs. Jones and the officers were invited in the home under another pretense.
2) Scenario #2 violates the First Amendment because Davis has produced all of the necessary documentation and has approval from the city. The mayor violated his right to assembly and petition.
3) Scenario #3 violates the Fourth Amendment because of unreasonable seizure, the government cannot obtain property that belongs to a citizen without reasonable cause.
4) Scenario #4 violates the First Amendment because the principal is making a decision based on religious values. The government and federal owned institutions cannot show favoritism to and/or promote/ establish a single religion.
5) Scenario #5 violate both Fifth and Sixth Amendment because the officer threatened to punish Hans without due process. This scenario also violates the Sixth because Hans was denied council.

Political Cartoon _ 2 Second Period

This cartoon represents the checks and balances system. A method to keep one branch from becoming all powerful. In this cartoon, when there is a vacancy in Supreme Court, which is very important, the president can appoint someone, but without the consent of the Congress the appointment is futile. In this scenario I believe the Legislative branch has the most power.

Political Cartoons 2nd period

Since Habeas corpus was considered the most fundamental of rights by the founding fathers the act was incorporated in the first article of the U.S. constitution. Habeas corpus ensured that the executive branch could not hold people without cause. This political cartoon demonstrates without Habeas corpus we all lose, the executive branch will become too powerful and this branch could infringe on the rights of U.S. citizens.

LIMITED GOVERNMENT & SEPARATION OF POWERS

POPULAR SOVEREIGNTY

This cartoon  demonstrates the power of the people. The popular vote of the president, congress, or any political office represents the satisfactory of the people. The percentage usually indicates whether the people will be inclined to vote for that individual or group for a particular position in office. A low percentage means the people are not happy with the current office. The cartoon emphasizes the influence the people have in government, the importance of popular sovereignty.