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Roots of Democracy in America

Roots of Democracy in America. Magna Carta. 1. 1215 English noblemen forced King John to sign Two basic ideas: Even a king must obey law Citizens have certain rights. Copy of the Magna Carta from 1225. Virginia House of Burgesses. 2. 1619

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Roots of Democracy in America

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  1. Roots of Democracy in America

  2. Magna Carta 1 • 1215 • English noblemen forced King John to sign • Two basic ideas: • Even a king must obey law • Citizens have certain rights

  3. Copy of the Magna Carta from 1225

  4. Virginia House of Burgesses 2 • 1619 • First elected representative assembly in the colonies

  5. Virginia House of Burgesses

  6. Mayflower Compact 3 • Compact means agreement or contract • 1620 - Signed by the Pilgrims before they disembarked from the ship • They would elect men to govern Plymouth Plantation by majority vote • First attempt to practice democracyin American history

  7. The Mayflower

  8. Signing of the Mayflower Compact, 1620 Artist: Percy Moran

  9. English Bill of Rights 4 • 1689 • Signed by the English monarchs, William and Mary • Gave English Parliament ultimate power • Listed the rights of English citizens

  10. Fundamental Orders of Connecticut 5 First written constitution in American colonial history

  11. John Locke 6 • 1690 • English philosopher • “Natural Rights of Man” • Life • Liberty • Private property

  12. John Locke British Philosopher

  13. 7 Declaration of Independence • 1776 • Thomas Jefferson • “Unalienable Rights” • Argues that governments are created to protect man’s rights • People should abolish any government that does not

  14. U.S. Constitution 8 • 1787 • Current written plan that describes the basic power structure and function of the federal government

  15. 9 Federalists • Leaders who wanted a strong federal (central) government. • Supported the Constitution as it was written in 1787. • James Madison (4th Pres.)– “Father of the Constitution.” • Alexander Hamilton – First Secretary of the Treasury. .

  16. Federalists James Madison Alexander Hamilton

  17. 10 Anti-federalists • Leaders who opposed a strong federal government • Refused to ratify the 1787 Constitution until a “Bill of Rights” was added to protect citizens

  18. 11 Federalist Papers A series of essays written by the Federalists to convince Americans to support the Constitution and a stronger national government

  19. 12 Bill of Rights • First 10 amendments to the Constitution. • Lists the rights of American citizens.

  20. 13 Amendment I Freedom of speech, press, religion, assembly and petition

  21. Amendment II 14 Amendment II Right to bear arms

  22. Amendment III 15 Amendment III Prevents quartering of soldiers in citizens’ homes.

  23. Amendment IV 16 Amendment IV Prevents illegal searches and seizures of property

  24. Amendment V 17 Amendment V Protects rights of the accused, such as no self-incrimination in court and no double jeopardy.

  25. Amendment VI 18 Amendment VI Right to a speedy trial by jury of your peers in criminal cases. (murder)

  26. Amendment VII 19 Amendment VII Right to a jury trial in civil cases (lawsuits).

  27. Amendment VIII 20 Amendment VIII Prevents excessive bail and cruel and unusual punishments.

  28. Amendment IX 21 Amendment IX • Rights reserved for the people. • Just because it isn’t specifically listed in the Bill of Rights does not mean you do not have a certain right. • Example: the right to privacy.

  29. Amendment X 22 Amendment X • States’ Rights • If a power is not specifically granted to the national government, it is reserved for the states. • Example: public schools

  30. Seven Principles of the Constitution

  31. Popular Sovereignty • The people give government its power. • Government exists to serve the people. • Example: voting 23

  32. Popular Sovereignty

  33. Limited Government • No one is above the law. • Citizens and government officials must all follow the laws. 24

  34. Individual Rights • Personal rights and freedoms guaranteed in the Bill of Rights • First 10 Amendments • Examples: speech, religion, arms, speedy trial by jury 25

  35. You are protected under the Bill of Rights umbrella

  36. Republicanism We believe in electing officials to represent our interests and make the laws for us. Example: the U.S. Congress. 26

  37. Separation of Powers • Our federal government is divided into 3 separate branches. • Each branch has its own separate and specific duties and responsibilities. 27 continued

  38. Separation of Powers 3 Branches 27

  39. Checks and Balances • Each branch can block the power of the other 2 branches. • Prevents 1 branch from becoming too powerful. • Examples: Presidential veto; Judicial review; Congressional approval of justices. 28

  40. Checks and Balances

  41. Federalism • The federal and state governments share some powers • Examples: • We pay federal income tax, and some states require a state income tax. • Both the federal and state governments build highways. 29

  42. Federalism Federal Laws State Laws

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