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roots of american democracy

  • 1215

    limited government

    began in 1215 when king john signed the Magna Carta. Moved england from the rule of man to the rule of law
  • individual rights

    In 1628 king Charles was required to sign the petition of right which meant he couldn't give cruel and unjustified punishment's to citizens. Also extended conflict between charles and the parliament, he was later decapitated for pursuing his personal interest instead the good of England.
  • individual Rights

    Conflict between the crown and parliament renewed
  • individual rights

    William and Mary choose to rule but had to govern according to statues of parliamentary.
  • individual rights

    English bill of rights was passed which freedom of speech and protected citizens from cruel and unusual punishment's.