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Yes it is. This is especially true with regard to the first amendment. Because without the rights of the First Amendment all the other rights are at risk. We can't insure a free society without freedoms of speech, religion, the press, and assembly.
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∙ 14y agoThey are the first 10 amendments to the constitution and are the main tenants of American life. They affect our life today as they did when they were first instituted. Freedom of Religion, speech, the right to own a gun etc.. all issues disscussed throught history to todya and the future.
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∙ 13y agoThe Bill of Rights was a pretty controversial idea when it was proposed in 1789, because a majority of the founding fathers had already entertained and rejected the idea of including a Bill of Rights in the original 1787 Constitution. For most people living today, this decision might seem a little strange.
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∙ 12y agoThe Bill of Rights apply to daily lives because if you get sent to jail you have a right to go through trial and if the police try to come in your house well they can't because it is the right of privacy and ya... thats all i know :P
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∙ 13y agoThe Bill Of Rights is still important today because it defines the saying our American forefathers said and wanted "life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness"
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Why was the addition of the bill of rights important to the states?
Its was important because, it guaranteed citizens freedom. he bill its self say, "The Bill of Rights". This bill make sure all the citizens had rights..
Why was the English bill of rights so important?
It is important because it states all of every one's basic freedoms.
The English bill of rights in a brief sentence?
The English Bill of Rights was an important act passed by Parliament.
Was the Bill of Rights effective?
Yes and it works everyday. If you are able to go to the church you wish ( or not go) it is effective. If you are able to protest something in the government or your are it is effective. If you are able to say what you wish ( except to make a threat against a government offical) it is effective. If you are able to own a gun it is effective. Each of these is protected in the Bill of Rights.
Are citizens still protected by the Bill of Rights?
yes.
Does The Bill of Rights still limit the government today?
Yes! The Bill Of Rights is still important today because it defines the saying our American forefathers said and wanted "life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness"
Is compromising still important for government leaders today?
Compromising is still important to leaders because know what to do with the Constitution and the Bill of Rights.
How is the bill of rights still used today?
The English Bill of Rights is still used today, you can get a copy of the constitution and read the ten amendments better know as the English Bill of Rights.
Why were the Bill of Rights so important?
they are the outline of our government today.
Was the Bill of Rights educational or symbolic?
Neither. It laid out the rights people have and is still in use today.
Did the bill of rights abolish Parliament?
No. The Bill of Rights is part,of the United States constitution while parliament is in the British government and still exists today.
Was the Bill of Rights temporary?
No. The Bill of Rights is active today.
Did William Paterson want a bill of rights in constitution?
he did and that's why his name is today still remembered.
Why do you suppose most states constitutions began with a bill of rights?
The Bill of Rights is important so people know what rights they have.
What is the Bill of Rights and why is it important?
The Bill of Rights are the first ten amendment to the constitution. They are important because they explain out basic rights as an American. The bill of rights is the first 10c amendments on the constitution, and its important because it protects our American rights.
Why is the bill of rights so important American government?
It is important for citizens to know about the Bill of Rights because, the Bill of Rights is made up of the ten commandments:)
Why are the magna carta and English bill of rights important?
because they are one of the fundemental basis of what the USA is today. i guess.
