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American citizens have always been concerned about their rights. However, as the perception that government has become more intrusive has been more accepted, people are resisting more.

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Why did Americans in 1789 want a shield of protection from the government?

There are many ways why the Americans in 1789 wanted a shield of protection from the government. The American citizens wanted this because they did not want the government to be too powerful. This includes the Judicial Branch, the Legislative Branch, and the Executive Branch. They did not want any part of the government to have too much power, so this is why they wanted checks and balances. Checks and balances are, in the Constitution, ways of limiting the powers of the three parts (branches) of the government. The American citizens let's say did not want police to be able to shoot the American citizens without good reason. This is what could happen if one part of the government becomes to powerful. I believe that this is why the American citizens wanted checks and balances, and why they wanted a shield of protection from the government.


Which branch of the government has the greatest role in protection of individual liberties?

The branch of the government that has the greatest role in protection of individual liberties is the legislative. This is the branch that is deemed to have close interaction with citizens.


Which of these protects American citizens from the power of the federal government?

The Bill of Rights


What is guaranteed to every state by the federal government?

There will be no taxation without representation.Yes, but no. As stated by Article IV, Section 4 of the Constitution, every state is guaranteed a republican form of government and protection from invasion and domestic violence.


Is the main responsibility of government to protect citizens?

To a certain extent you are right. The main responsibility of any government is the protection of life, liberty and the right to own property. aags

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What protection does the Office of Civil Rights offer American citizens?

The Office of Civil Rights protects American citizens from constitutional tresspasses such as unlawful search and seizure or detainment, cruel and unusual punishment, free speech violations and ensures the right to vote is accessible to all Americans.


Why did Americans in 1789 want a shield of protection from the government?

There are many ways why the Americans in 1789 wanted a shield of protection from the government. The American citizens wanted this because they did not want the government to be too powerful. This includes the Judicial Branch, the Legislative Branch, and the Executive Branch. They did not want any part of the government to have too much power, so this is why they wanted checks and balances. Checks and balances are, in the Constitution, ways of limiting the powers of the three parts (branches) of the government. The American citizens let's say did not want police to be able to shoot the American citizens without good reason. This is what could happen if one part of the government becomes to powerful. I believe that this is why the American citizens wanted checks and balances, and why they wanted a shield of protection from the government.


Why does a country need government?

without a government a country would not be control and managed


Who could vote in the representative government?

american citizens


When can the government limit rights?

In times of war, or when the government sees it fit to do so, for the safety/protection of the nation and/or its citizens.


When the bill of rights was passed who enjoyed its protection?

Male white American citizens.


What did the founders think was the purpose of government and what was the role for citizens in the American republic?

To provide for security of the country. Citizens would elect the government.


Which of the following is a state of rights guaranteed by the federal government?

B. protection for the state citizens


Which 3 levels of government do American citizens choose representatives?

Well, the three levels of government for which American citizens choose reprisenitives are:President,governer,Mayor.


Which branch of the government has the greatest role in protection of individual liberties?

The branch of the government that has the greatest role in protection of individual liberties is the legislative. This is the branch that is deemed to have close interaction with citizens.


How does the Bill of Rights protect citizens from abuses of power from the government?

protection


What is the term for a person who is a member of a political society who owes allegiance to the government and is entitled to its protection?

citizens

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