Civil liberties/civil rights Flashcards
1
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1st amendment
A
imposes a number of restrictions on the federal government with respect to the civil liberties of the people, including freedom of religion, speech, press, assembly, and petition
2
Q
Free exercise clause
A
government may not interfere with an individual’s right to practice his or her faith
3
Q
establishment clause
A
congress may not establish an official church over the US nor give a particular faith or sect preferential treatment over others
4
Q
Lemon Test
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3 part test to determine constitutionality of government action
