Source: http://www.nytimes.com/2010/04/24/us/politics/24immig.html
Constitutional Connection: Amendment 10 - Powers of the States and People.
The powers not delegated to the United States by the Constitution, nor prohibited by it to the States, are reserved to the States respectively, or to the people
Explanation to Connection:
Arizona signed the toughest bill on immigration into a law, even after President Obama strongly criticized it. The laws will give police the power to detain anyone who is suspected to be in this country illegally. This is an example of the tenth amendment because it is showing that the states do have power. Even though President Obama did not like the immigration law that Arizona is setting up, Arizona still has the power to do it.
I personally do not agree with this law, but it amazes me how much power a state can have. Every state has the power to make laws about anything(driving age, working age, etc.), but the reason why this is such a big deal is because it is such a big law on such a big issue. I wonder if the passing of this law will influence other states to do the same?
Sunday, August 29, 2010
Fifth Amendment Report Cards
Source: http://www.toonpool.com/cartoons/fifth%20amendment%20report%20cards_50330
Constitutional Connection: Amendment 5
No person shall be held to answer for a capital, or otherwise infamous crime, unless on a presentment or indictment of a Grand Jury, except in cases arising in the land or naval forces, or in the Militia, when in actual service in time of War or public danger; nor shall any person be subject for the same offense to be twice put in jeopardy of life or limb; nor shall be compelled in any criminal case to be a witness against himself, nor be deprived of life, liberty, or property, without due process of law; nor shall private property be taken for public use, without just compensation.
Explanation of Connection:
In this cartoon a little boy id trying to see if the fifth amendment will help him with his probably not so good report card. The little boy takes his report card to the law, to get rid of his bad grades. The fifth amendment is saying that you have the right not to incriminate yourself. The boy in the cartoon is trying to use the fifth amendment to deny incriminating himself from his bad grades.
This cartoon is interesting because of the way it uses a boy and his report card as an example of someone trying to use the fifth amendment. I think it was a good representative because a bad report card id something that you would want to incriminate yourself from.
Constitutional Connection: Amendment 5
No person shall be held to answer for a capital, or otherwise infamous crime, unless on a presentment or indictment of a Grand Jury, except in cases arising in the land or naval forces, or in the Militia, when in actual service in time of War or public danger; nor shall any person be subject for the same offense to be twice put in jeopardy of life or limb; nor shall be compelled in any criminal case to be a witness against himself, nor be deprived of life, liberty, or property, without due process of law; nor shall private property be taken for public use, without just compensation.
Explanation of Connection:
In this cartoon a little boy id trying to see if the fifth amendment will help him with his probably not so good report card. The little boy takes his report card to the law, to get rid of his bad grades. The fifth amendment is saying that you have the right not to incriminate yourself. The boy in the cartoon is trying to use the fifth amendment to deny incriminating himself from his bad grades.
This cartoon is interesting because of the way it uses a boy and his report card as an example of someone trying to use the fifth amendment. I think it was a good representative because a bad report card id something that you would want to incriminate yourself from.
Friday, August 27, 2010
A Constitutional Case in a Box of Cash
Source: http://www.nytimes.com/2009/11/17/business/17road.html?_r=1&n=Top/Reference/Times%20Topics/Subjects/S/Search%20and%20Seizure?ref=search_and_seizure
Constitutional Connection: Amendment 4 - Search and Seizure.
The right of the people to be secure in their persons, houses, papers, and effects, against unreasonable searches and seizures, shall not be violated, and no Warrants shall issue, but upon probable cause, supported by Oath or affirmation, and particularly describing the place to be searched, and the persons or things to be seized.
Explaination to Connection:
Steve Bierfeldt was being detained in a St.Louis airport because the box that he was carrying had $4,700. Security screeners demended to know wehere he got the money. With every question that the T.S.A asked him he would ask if he was legally requird to answer the quesiton. It turns out that Mr. Bierfeldt was carrying that money because he was returning home from a regional confrence of Campaign for Liberty, a group that supports Ron Paul, the former presidential candidate. Mr. Bierfeldt traveled from political events with donations and money from the sale of T-shirts and bumper stickers.
This article shows tdemonstrates the fourth amendment of the U.S. constitution because it shows the people have the right of being against unresonable searches and seizers. In this case Steve Bierfeldt knew that so he decided not to answer any of the questions he was being asked unless it was illeagal if he refused them.
Just like the rest of the constitution, the fourth amendment gives alot of power and freedom to the people. I respect the fourth amnedment because i think it gives the most power to the people, it gives you the right to not answer anything that you dont want to.
Constitutional Connection: Amendment 4 - Search and Seizure.
The right of the people to be secure in their persons, houses, papers, and effects, against unreasonable searches and seizures, shall not be violated, and no Warrants shall issue, but upon probable cause, supported by Oath or affirmation, and particularly describing the place to be searched, and the persons or things to be seized.
Explaination to Connection:
Steve Bierfeldt was being detained in a St.Louis airport because the box that he was carrying had $4,700. Security screeners demended to know wehere he got the money. With every question that the T.S.A asked him he would ask if he was legally requird to answer the quesiton. It turns out that Mr. Bierfeldt was carrying that money because he was returning home from a regional confrence of Campaign for Liberty, a group that supports Ron Paul, the former presidential candidate. Mr. Bierfeldt traveled from political events with donations and money from the sale of T-shirts and bumper stickers.
This article shows tdemonstrates the fourth amendment of the U.S. constitution because it shows the people have the right of being against unresonable searches and seizers. In this case Steve Bierfeldt knew that so he decided not to answer any of the questions he was being asked unless it was illeagal if he refused them.
Just like the rest of the constitution, the fourth amendment gives alot of power and freedom to the people. I respect the fourth amnedment because i think it gives the most power to the people, it gives you the right to not answer anything that you dont want to.
Sunday, August 22, 2010
Utah’s Gun Permit Popular With Nonresidents
Source:
http://www.nytimes.com/2010/07/06/us/06guns.html?ref=gun_control
Constitutional Connection: Amendment 2 - Right to Bear Arms.
A well regulated Militia, being necessary to the security of a free State, the right of the people to keep and bear Arms, shall not be infringed.
Explanation of Connection:
In 2004, Utah received about 8,000 applications for gun permits. Last year, 73,925 applications were submitted, about 60% of the applications were from non-residents. Utah's gun permit allows thousands of gun owners to have their gun on them in 32 other states that recognize or have formal reciprocity with Utah’s gun regulations. Gun laws vary from state to state. In New York, New Jersey and Connecticut they do not honor other states' permits. Like Utah, Florida allows non-residents to get permits. Utah stands out because its permit is inexpensive and is broadly accepted.
This is an demonstrated the second amendment because the people who are purchasing these permits in Utah know that they have the right to bear arms. Guns can be used as self defense or in the case of an emergency. I agree that guns are very dangerous and they can be put into the wrong hands. If states have their own gun laws, are they infringing on peoples rights to bear arms?
http://www.nytimes.com/2010/07/06/us/06guns.html?ref=gun_control
Constitutional Connection: Amendment 2 - Right to Bear Arms.
A well regulated Militia, being necessary to the security of a free State, the right of the people to keep and bear Arms, shall not be infringed.
Explanation of Connection:
In 2004, Utah received about 8,000 applications for gun permits. Last year, 73,925 applications were submitted, about 60% of the applications were from non-residents. Utah's gun permit allows thousands of gun owners to have their gun on them in 32 other states that recognize or have formal reciprocity with Utah’s gun regulations. Gun laws vary from state to state. In New York, New Jersey and Connecticut they do not honor other states' permits. Like Utah, Florida allows non-residents to get permits. Utah stands out because its permit is inexpensive and is broadly accepted.
This is an demonstrated the second amendment because the people who are purchasing these permits in Utah know that they have the right to bear arms. Guns can be used as self defense or in the case of an emergency. I agree that guns are very dangerous and they can be put into the wrong hands. If states have their own gun laws, are they infringing on peoples rights to bear arms?
Rallies in Downtown Manhattan
Source: http://video.nytimes.com/video/playlist/us/1194811622217/index.html
Constitutional Connection: Amendment 1 - Freedom of Assemble
Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof; or abridging the freedom of speech, or of the press; or the right of the people peaceably to assemble, and to petition the Government for a redress of grievances.
Explanation of Connection:
There have been protests for and against the mosque to be built on ground zero. Some do not think it is right for there to be a Muslim center near the 9/11 attack. Around the corner, supporters of the mosque are protesting for the rights of the Muslims to be able to practice their religion freely.
This is an example of the first amendment because it is showing freedom of assemble. The people protesting against the mosque do not believe that the Muslim's should practice their religion near the September 11 attack. But supporters of the mosque believe that its their constitutional right to practice their religion where they choose.
This video is interesting because it shows how both sides of issue are feeling about the mosque being built. Even though President Obama agreed to the mosque, people are still cominng together to either protest against it or protect it.
Constitutional Connection: Amendment 1 - Freedom of Assemble
Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof; or abridging the freedom of speech, or of the press; or the right of the people peaceably to assemble, and to petition the Government for a redress of grievances.
Explanation of Connection:
There have been protests for and against the mosque to be built on ground zero. Some do not think it is right for there to be a Muslim center near the 9/11 attack. Around the corner, supporters of the mosque are protesting for the rights of the Muslims to be able to practice their religion freely.
This is an example of the first amendment because it is showing freedom of assemble. The people protesting against the mosque do not believe that the Muslim's should practice their religion near the September 11 attack. But supporters of the mosque believe that its their constitutional right to practice their religion where they choose.
This video is interesting because it shows how both sides of issue are feeling about the mosque being built. Even though President Obama agreed to the mosque, people are still cominng together to either protest against it or protect it.
Obama's mosque moment frustrates Dems
Source:
http://dyn.politico.com/printstory.cfm?uuid=92C8F152-18FE-70B2-A878F4F33C430FFC
Constitutional Connection:
Amendment 1 - Freedom of Religion, Freedom of Press
Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof; or abridging the freedom of speech, or of the press; or the right of the people peaceably to assemble.
Explanation of Connection:
President Obama is supporting the Park51 community center in Manhattan. President Obama told Muslim leaders at the White House that he was supporting the community center because organizers " have the same rights to practice their religion as anyone else in this country." Some democrats were annoyed by this.
This article demonstrates the first amendment because it shows freedom of religion. If president Obama said no to building the mosque that would go against the constitution. Religion should be practiced freely by anyone who wants to.
I would hate to live in a country where the government controls the religion and who, when, and where you are allowed to practice it. This article is interesting because we do not live in a country where your religion is controlled by the government, but the Park 51 project showed us that the government does have the power to do just that.
http://dyn.politico.com/printstory.cfm?uuid=92C8F152-18FE-70B2-A878F4F33C430FFC
Constitutional Connection:
Amendment 1 - Freedom of Religion, Freedom of Press
Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof; or abridging the freedom of speech, or of the press; or the right of the people peaceably to assemble.
Explanation of Connection:
President Obama is supporting the Park51 community center in Manhattan. President Obama told Muslim leaders at the White House that he was supporting the community center because organizers " have the same rights to practice their religion as anyone else in this country." Some democrats were annoyed by this.
This article demonstrates the first amendment because it shows freedom of religion. If president Obama said no to building the mosque that would go against the constitution. Religion should be practiced freely by anyone who wants to.
I would hate to live in a country where the government controls the religion and who, when, and where you are allowed to practice it. This article is interesting because we do not live in a country where your religion is controlled by the government, but the Park 51 project showed us that the government does have the power to do just that.
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