Chapter 3.9

Question 1

Substantive Due Process

Answer 1

Places substantive limits on the liberties the government can take form a citizen. if something violates a basic right, its unconstitutional.

Question 2

Griswold v. Connecticut (1965)

Answer 2

Court ruled anti-birth control laws unconstitutional. Expressed a right to privacy.

Question 3

Give background for Roe v. Wade (1973)

Answer 3

McCorvey was pregnant and tried to get an abortion. Texas wouldn’t let her get an abortion.

Question 4

What was the question in Roe v. Wade (1973)?

Answer 4

Does Texas’ anti-abortion statue violate the due process clause of the 14th amendment and a woman’s constitutional right to an abortion?

Question 5

What was the ruling in Roe v. Wade (1973)?

Answer 5

For Roe, 7:2. Argued that her right to privacy was violated and it was not the government’s decision. Set guidlines for abortions.

Question 6

Hyde Amendment

Answer 6

Prevents federal funding for abortions.