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Name 10 liberties in the Bill of Rights that have been incorporated and that are still unincorporated.

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Various early American settlers sought to escape religious persecution. This helps to explain why the Founders were interested in ensuring freedom of religion. What is the connection between classical liberal thought concerning religion and the establishment clause? What is the connection between classical liberal thought and the free exercise clause?

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What is the connection between libel and the printed media? Why is libel seen as such a problematic issue? Given that it is so problematic, why must public figures pass such a high bar to successfully sue for libel?

Which amendment does not directly relate to criminal justice?

The Palko v. Connecticut (1937) ruling contains the first mention of the selective incorporation principle. What is this principle? According to the ruling in this case, which liberties should be incorporated? Is it reasonable to differentiate liberties by level of importance? Why or why not?

The Second Circuit Court of Appeals ruled in 2015 against "meta" searches of records of telephone calls, as this was a violation of

How have the war on drugs and the war on terrorism resulted in fewer civil liberties protections for racial and ethnic minorities?

Which amendment ensures that states cannot deny any resident life, liberty, or property without following normal criminal and judicial procedures?

What is the justification for the Federal Communications Commission (FCC)? Why is it allowed to limit freedom of expression?

What is incorporation? Why is this an important concept for civil liberties in the United States?

Based on the founding ideals and principles of our political system, why is it important to protect political dissent? Provide one example of how political dissent has been outlawed in the United States. To what degree does this continue to be the case?

Are laws banning consensual sexual activity between adults constitutional?

The concepts of civil liberties and civil rights are often confused with one another. Examine the difference between civil liberties and civil rights. Focus particularly on how these concepts relate to governmental control, and provide an example of when civil rights and civil liberties may come into conflict with one another.

Which amendment concerns the issue of eminent domain?

Abortion rights are protected by

Which of the following is accurate concerning the death penalty in the United States?

What was the disparagement clause and why did the Supreme Court rule it violated the First Amendment?

What is libel? What mechanism is said to encourage media outlets from engaging in libel? What must a public figure demonstrate if he or she is suing for libel?

Which of the following is not an issue related to freedom of expression?

What is the process by which the Supreme Court has gradually incorporated specific liberties deemed absolutely necessary in a free society?