The Significance of the Bill of Rights in American History
Exploring the origins and evolution of the Bill of Rights, this content delves into its intended purpose for the majority and states' rights rather than individual rights. Key institutions such as militias, churches, and juries, along with landmark cases like John Peter Zenger's, are discussed in relation to the Bill of Rights. The discussion also touches on the rights of the majority versus the individual, shedding light on the historical context and influences shaping these fundamental principles.
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The Bill of Rights Kate Brown Western Kentucky University
Argument: Bill of Rights originally meant to be for majority s rights, states rights not individual rights Context and Influences: (English) Bill of Rights (1689) State constitution making (1776-1780) Federalism Popular Sovereignty ( We the People )
Institutions Central to the Bill of Rights Militias Churches Juries (the most important) Example: John Peter Zenger s case (N.Y., 1735) (Freedom of the press + jury oversight combined) Reconstruction, the 14thAmendment and Incorporation
Primary Source Discussion Rights of the Majority Rights of the Individual
