freedom to choose religion, freedom of expression, freedom to bear arms, freedom to vote, and the right to a speedy and fair trial
It is only important to those who want to be free to live life as they see fit within the bounds of not violating the liberty of others.
One of the most basic arguments against restricting civil liberties is that the government does not, or should not, have the power to do so in the first place. Many argue that restricting civil liberties violates freedoms protected in the Constitution.
Bill Of Rice.............Rights
The 5 liberties that are protected include: Religion, Speech, Petition of Grievances, Peaceful Assembly, and Press.
The Bill of Rights guaranteed basic liberties, such as freedom of speech. The passage of the Bill of Rights signaled a swing away from federalist centralizing.
anti-federalists
The Declaration of the Rights of Man and Citizen.
Democratic governments protect basic civil liberties
The Declaration of the Rights of Man and Citizen.
The Anti-Federalists were also worried that the original text of the Constitution did not contain a bill of rights. They wanted guaranteed protection for certain basic liberties, such as freedom of speech and trial by jury.
Anti-Federalists
Civil liberties are basic rights and freedoms that are guaranteed to individuals by law, protecting them from government infringement and ensuring their participation in society without fear of oppression or discrimination.