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separation of powers
Ratified in 1745, created the three branches of government. -
declaration of independence
this document declared our independence from Britain. -
articles of confederation
this was the original constitution. -
the preamble
A preliminary statement used by the U.S. -
three branches of government
the executive, legislative and judicial branches of government -
Virginia Plan
The proposal of a bicameral legislative branch. -
new jersey plan
A proposal on how the U.S. would be governed -
taxing and spending of powers
gives the government its ability to tax, this effects business by allowing them to tax their products to pay for their taxes. -
bill of rights
The rights of all citizens in the U.S. -
Freedom of religion
This effects businesses by allowing them to sell and advertise their products of religion and keeps businesses from discriminating against their employees based on religion. -
Freedom of speech
Business have the right to voice their beliefs on political matters -
probable cause
This effects businesses by keeping them safe from unlawful search and seizures of their products. -
Due Process of law
all employees are entitled to fair treatment in trial -
the supremacy clause
this effects businesses by forcing them to follow not only state law but federal law also -
the commerce clause
Free trade with foreign countries with regulations -
equal protection
Workers are entitled to the same right and benefits. All have the right to equal protection of the law
