Do We Still Need the Bill of Rights?
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| Title: | Do We Still Need the Bill of Rights? |
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| Language: | English |
| Authors: | Stephenson, D. Grier |
| Source: | Social Studies Journal. Spr 1991 20:5-11. |
| Peer Reviewed: | Y |
| Page Count: | 7 |
| Publication Date: | 1991 |
| Intended Audience: | Researchers; Teachers; Practitioners |
| Document Type: | Journal Articles Opinion Papers |
| Descriptors: | Citizenship Responsibility, Civil Liberties, Constitutional History, Constitutional Law, Court Litigation, Court Role, Federal State Relationship, States Powers |
| Laws, Policies and Program Identifiers: | Bill of Rights, Fourteenth Amendment, Fourth Amendment, United States Constitution |
| ISSN: | 0886-9286 |
| Abstract: | Reviews the Bills of Rights' creation and rationale. Discusses the Fourth and Fourteenth amendments and analyzes their current status. Emphasizes the Supreme Court's interpretive role. Argues that reliance on the courts will eventually result in legal interpretations that reflect dominant national opinion. Urges greater citizen responsibility for insuring protection of civil liberties. (CH) |
| Entry Date: | 1992 |
| Accession Number: | EJ433700 |
| Database: | ERIC |
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