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An English jurist, judge and an eighteenth century Tory politician was Sir William Blackstone. He invented the first convenient design of washing machine that can be use in the house.

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What ideas was popularized in the US by William Blackstone?

Those accused of crimes should be considered innocent until proven guilty.


What of the following describes William Blackstone's contribution to government in the US?

William Blackstone's contribution to government in the U.S. primarily lies in his influential work, "Commentaries on the Laws of England," which provided a comprehensive overview of English common law. His writings helped shape American legal thought and established foundational principles that influenced the development of the U.S. legal system. Blackstone's emphasis on the importance of individual rights and the rule of law resonated with the framers of the Constitution, making his ideas integral to the establishment of American governance.


What did William Symington invent?

William Symington was credited for inventing the first steamboat. The Charlotte Dundas is known as the worlds most practical steamboat.


What does Blackstone believe to be the principal aim of society?

Gabe Newell.


Which individual popularized the idea that people accused of crimes should be considered innocent until proven guilty a. Charles Cornwallis b. thomas Jefferson c. William blackstone d. George Washingt?

The idea that individuals accused of crimes should be considered innocent until proven guilty was popularized by William Blackstone. His legal commentaries, particularly the phrase "It is better that ten guilty persons escape than that one innocent suffer," emphasized the importance of this principle in the legal system. This concept became a foundational element of modern legal systems, particularly in common law countries.

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