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    Often the UK constitution is asserted to be the most unique in the world, as its sources are a piece of historical significance as they come from great British heritage. From the case of Jackson and others v Her Majesty’s Attorney General, Lord Steyn stated that ‘We do not in the UK have an uncontrolled constitution’. In general terms a person may judge the UK constitution to be uncontrolled due to it being unwritten, as it is derived from a wide range of sources. Which vary from common law to international

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    Unilateral Presidential action is the ability to act, without the consent of Congress. This ability was not original intended by the framers of the Constitution however, over time the Execute Branch stated to outgrow the reaches of the Legislative Branch. One instance in which lead to this type of actions by presidents was of Lincoln’s actions to save the Union. Lincoln acted without the consent of Congress due to Congress being out of session. Lincoln later would explain his actions to Congress

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    Broken promises Thanks in great part to its "green" image British company Body Shop has prospered in the 80s. In the 90s the firm tried to increase its world visibility linking its image to Brazil 's rainforest and approaching the Brazilian Kayapo Indians with a program they called `Trade Not Aid. ' The association generated a barrage of free and laudatory media stories about the activities of Body Shop. More recently however this image has been bruised. Is the Body Shop social conscience just

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    Abraham Lincoln has been studied more than any other in American history. In fact, over 15,000 different books have been written about our 16th president. Throughout the pages of these books, President Lincoln is affectionately referred to by many different names, such as the Railsplitter, Honest Abe, and the Great Emancipator. A vast majority of these written works honor Lincoln as one of our greatest presidents. Not everyone feels that way, however. Charles Adams, in his book, When in the Course

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    The outcome of major cases that have gone through the United States Supreme Court have made an influence on how laws and amendments of the United States Constitution are construed. Protection of individual property rights is a controversial topic in the political spectrum and it has advanced with different visions of values that should be protected in American Society. The Fifth Amendment due process and clause jurisprudence reflects the notion of property. The following four U.S Supreme Court cases

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    Section A: General Understanding of the Purpose of the Constitution The Constitution had many important purposes and ideas. One of those ideas was establishing justice: the act of the government creating fair laws, establishing freedom, liberty, and equality. It is very evident throughout the Constitution that this goal has been met. For example, Full Faith and Credit explains that states cannot discriminate against other citizens. The Constitution states, “Full Faith and Credit shall be given

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    We the American people have been proud for over 200 years in our constitution and we continue to tell ourselves that we are privileged to live in the “home of the free”. Tyrants cannot rise to power here because our constitution and the structure of our government doesn’t allow it. Tyrants live and prosper in places like North Korea, Nazi Germany, and Afghanistan, torturing their inhabitants under their rule. However, critics of our system imply that the implementing action can be difficult and

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    POS-301: Principles and Articles of the United States Constitution Worksheet Part I: Principles of the Constitution The constitution consists of some primary principles. Briefly explain the following principles and their significance in shaping American government. * Self-Government: Is the most important principle in the Constitution of the United States and refers to the need to have a system which would make sure that everyone has a voice in the local, state and national governments

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    Mexican War (1846-1848) The Mexican War of 1846 was not a justifiable war based on the Just War Theory of jus ad bellum principles. The Just War Theory addresses the political leaders that are in charge of initiating war with another entity. The rules of applying the jus ad bellum to a war are based on six areas that address whether a war can be considered a just or unjust war. The most important rule is examining Just Cause as it sets the way for the rules that follow. Right Intention to go to

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    The next major area of issues lies with the Legislative Branch. The Legislative branch is the ranch of government that crafts new laws and amendments as well as ensuring the voice of the people is expressed. Under Article I. of the original Constitution,” All legislative Powers herein granted shall be vested in a Congress of the United States, which shall consist of a Senate and House of Representatives…The House of Representatives shall be composed of Members chosen every second Year by the People

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