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Fourth Amendment – The Evolution of Search and Seizure

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The members of the Constitutional Convention could not have imagined the technological advancement of the past few decades or how it would affect police search and seizure activities. Americans commonly take privacy and security for granted. The Internet coupled with intelligent computers changed the trajectory of all American lives leading to unprecedented challenges to our Fourth […]

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Fasting – Introduction and Preparations

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Disclaimer: The following is intended as a discussion and exploration of various techniques of fasting, and is not meant to be taken as medical advice, or to suggest a cure or treatment for any disease or illness. If you are interested in this practice, please educate yourself thoroughly, and seek advice from a qualified holistic or

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Freedom to Petition Without Guarantee of Response

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Inspired by clauses from the Magna Carta and English Bill of Rights, the Freedom to Petition Clause bloomed later in America than the other four categories of the First Amendment. Petition Any Level This clause applies equally to state, local, and federal governments. Courts have ruled that citizens may petition all branches of government, whether

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Right To Assemble – How Causes Gain Support

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The right to peaceful protest grants groups of people the ability to come together to express, promotes, pursue, and defend ideas collectively. Also known as freedom of association, allows groups to assemble, speak, and be heard, publicly in a non-violent manner, and in some cases on private property. Assemble For Support Protests have long been

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Freedom Of The Press – Fundamental To Liberty

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Before the American Revolution, the Crown subjected the colonies to a limited press. Due to this, the British government censored newspapers and prohibited publishing unfavorable material and opinions. Despite an ocean between them, England held libel cases in America over published views. Under the 1776 Virginia Declaration of Rights, Virginia became the first state to

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Free Speech – Content Neutrality

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The second clause of the First Amendment allows the right to express opinions with governmental restraint, but this comes with many limitations. Ancient Greeks as a principle of democracy established the concept of free speech centuries earlier. However, Supreme Court rulings on Freedom of Speech continually detail what constitutes free speech. Public Versus Private Communication Free

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