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1215
King John signed the Magna Carta
Moved rule of man to rule of law. Outlined individual rights which king could not violate. Included taxation and trial provisions. -
Jamestown's House of Burgesses
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Mayflower Compact
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King Charles required to sign Petition of Right
Required monarchs to obtain Parliamentary approval before new taxes. Could not unlawfully imprison people or establish military rule during times of peace. -
Fundamental Orders of Connecticut
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Massachusetts Body of Liberties
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Charles and Parliament erupted into civil war
Charles defeated and beheaded -
Renewed conflicts and rebellion between the Crown and Parliament
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William and Mary
William and Mary chosen to rule, but had to govern according to statutes of Parliament -
English Bill of Rights passed
Free speech and protection from cruel and unusual punishment guaranteed. -
Northwest Ordinance
Established a plan for settling the Northwest Territory and included disputed lands. Also created system for admitting states to the Union. Banned slavery in the territory and guided nation's western expansion. -
Judiciary Act of 1789
Established a Three-tiered Judicial Structure: District courts,Circuit courts,Supreme Court -
First amendment
Freedom of speech -
2nd Amendment
Right to bear arms -
3rd Amendment
You don't have to shelter a soldier during war -
4th Amendment
right against unreasonable searches -
5th Amendment
Protects you from being held for a crime unless you have been indicted by police. -
6th Amendment
Right to a speedy and fair trial -
7th Amendment
Right to trial by jury -
8th amendment
no cruel or unusual punishments -
10th Amendment
Federal government has only those powers specifically granted by the Constitution -
Federalist paper Gazette of the United States published
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14th Amendment
Equal protection under the law -
9th Amendment
states that there are other rights that may exist aside from the ones explicitly mentioned, and even though they are not listed, it does not mean they can be violated -
Whigs countered with National Gazette
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Marbury v. Madison
Power of judicial review -
12th Amendment
Allows the President to choose V.P -
McCulloch v. Maryland
"Power to tax is the power to destroy" -
Gibbons vs Ogden
Right of a state legislature to award a monopoly to operate a steamship line between NY and NJ -
Dred Scott v. Sanford
Court said that Scott, as an African-American and previously property, was not a citizen. Gave him no legal standing to sue
Called the “greatest disaster” of the Supreme Court -
Morrill Act
Granted large tracts of land to states; states sold land and used money for colleges. -
17 Amendment
Direct election of Senators -
Radio became the first form of electronic media
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United States v. Miller
Ruled 2nd Amendment does not protect the right to have all types of weapons -
Minersville School District v. Gobitis
The Supreme Court ruled that a child could be expelled for refusing to salute the American flag or recite the pledge -
West Virginia State Board of Education v. Barnette
The court reversed itself and decided unity was not a sufficient reason to overrule religious beliefs -
Cold War
Cold War started -
National Security Council
Coordinates national security policy.
Brings together the top military, foreign affairs, and intelligence officials in the administration. -
Television replaced radio as most influential electronic media
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22nd Amendment
U.S. President can serve up to 10 years or two 4-year terms -
Edwards v. South Carolina
187 African-American students gathered at the state capitol to protest racial injustice.Students did not end protest when police told them to and were arrested.Court said the state had no authority to disperse the students, as they were protesting legally. -
Civil Rights Act of 1964
Outlaws discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, or national origin. -
25th amendment
Sets up the formal processes of Presidential Succession -
Age Discrimination in Employment Act
Protects applicants and employees of 40+ years old from discrimination based on age in hiring, promotion, discharge, compensation, privileges, etc. of employment. -
War Powers Resolution
President must consult with Congress before sending troop.
Congress can force the president to end use of military with a concurrent resolution. -
Americans with Disabilities Act
Prohibits discrimination against individuals with disabilities in all areas of public life, including jobs, schools, transportation, and all public and private places that are open to the general public -
Cold War
Cold war ended -
Homeland Security
Reorganization of agencies already in place -
McDonald v. Chicago
Ruled 2nd Amendment applies to federal, state, and local governments; upheld 2nd Amendment. -
Modern day media
Internet has changed mass media and 1 in every 3 people get online everyday.
