Problems in American Democracy

by Thames Williamson

TOPICS FOR INVESTIGATION AND REPORT

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1. The protection of your personal liberty under the Federal Constitution.

2. The protection of your property rights under the Federal Constitution.

3. Compare the first eight amendments to the Federal Constitution with the bill of rights in your state constitution.

4. Compare the Federal Constitution with the constitution of your state with respect to length, number of subjects treated, and complexity of language.

5. The process of extradition between your state and neighboring commonwealths.