Enlightenment
What is the Enlightenment?
A philosophical period of time in Europe that focused on what people could do to be happy and have a better life.
What is important about freedom of the press?
Keeps government accountable to the people
Sometimes referred to as the 4th branch
Tinker v. DesMoines
Students have freedom of expression if not a disruption
How did Montesquieu and Locke influence the Founding Fathers?
The Founding Fathers used their ideas to make the Declaration of Independence.
3 groups that can influence the government
Individuals
Interest Groups
Media
Gideon v. Wainwright
Everyone has the right to an attorney/lawyer
What did Montesquieu create?
Separation of Powers
What is a Testimonial?
Famous person promotes product or idea
Miranda v. Arizona
Rights must be read to you when you are arrested
MIRANDA RIGHTS
What did John Locke create?
Social Contract
Natural Law
Plain Folks?
Someone who is "just like you"
Hazelwood v. Kuhlmeier
Student newspapers have lower 1st amendment rights
Give an example of each:
Separation of Powers
Natural Law
Social Contract
3 Branches of Government
We have the right to Life, Liberty, and Property
I will obey traffic laws to keep everyone safe
Card Stacking?
Bush v. Gore
Settled recount dispute/forced recount to stop