Question

Really quick... How does compromise plays a role in politics? I know that the federalist had to compromise putting a bill of rights in the constitution and all that but I have no clue how to explain how it plays a role in it...

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olitical compromise is difficult in American democracy even though no one doubts it is necessary. It is difficult for many reasons, including the recent increase in political polarization that has been widely criticized. We argue that the resistance to compromise cannot be fully appreciated without understanding its source in the democratic process itself, especially as conducted in the U.S. The incursion of campaigning into governing in American democracy--the so called "permanent campaign"--encourages political attitudes and arguments that make compromise more difficult. These constitute what we call the uncompromising mindset, characterized by politicians' standing on principle and mistrusting opponents. This mindset is conducive to campaigning, but not to governing, because it stands in the way of necessary change and thereby biases the democratic process in favor of the status quo. The uncompromising mindset can be kept in check by an opposite cluster of attitudes and arguments--the compromising mindset--that inclines politicians to adapt their principles and respect their opponents. This mindset is more appropriate for governing, because it enables politicians more readily to recognize and act on opportunities for desirable compromise. We explore the dynamics of these mindsets by examining the processes that led to the compromises on tax reform in 1986 and health care reform in 2010.

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omg! Thank you soooo much that helped me so much!

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sure thing :)

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Did you type all of that up or get it from somewhere?

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i typed it. i was just in a school debate on the topic so it was fresh in my mind.

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You're awesome:)

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yep i know. :)

Answer 9

Is history something you're good at would you mind helping me a little more?? :)

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shoot.

Answer 11

This is my question
1. Briefly explain how the Declaration of Independence reflects each of these principles:
popular sovereignty-
social contract-
natural rights
individual rights
So I know john locke made up social contract or popular sovereignty but I dont know which and i forgot why.

Answer 12

alright give me like five mins.

Answer 13

Okay:)

Answer 14

well popular sovereignty was a pre-Civil War doctrine giving the right of the people living in a newly organized territory the right by vote of their state whether or not slavery would be permitted there

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it was first acted upon on in 1848.

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how did the constitution address that though?

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now social contract which was created by john locke, is the view that persons’ moral and/or political rights are dependent upon a contract or agreement among them to form the society in which they live.. However, social contract theory is rightly associated with modern moral and political theory and is given its first full exposition and defense by Thomas Hobbes. After Hobbes, John Lockewas the best known proponent of this enormously influential theory, which has been one of the most dominant theories within moral and political theory throughout the history of the modern West. .

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Okay I get the social contract :) but how did popular sovereignty get addressed in the declaration of independence?

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okay hmm let me check my study notes...

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what grade are you in?

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Senior this is for government:)

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okay see im a sophomore. my notes arent as detailed but let me check im in AP world history.

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Oh haha geez youre smart:) I appreciate your help so much!

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popular sovereignty is the very reason the preamble to the Constitution starts out with the words: 'We the people...' The government's power is not legitimate if it disregards the will of the people. People can indicate their support of the government by voting during local and federal elections, working to make their opinion known on public policy issues and reminding their representatives that they are accountable to them. if this doesnt help im sorry. its all i got

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Answer 26

Okay that helped me heaps! You're awesome thank you sooo so so much!

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yep. anything else?

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cause im bored.

Answer 29

3. Briefly explain how the Constitution and its amendments reflect these principles:
rule of law
checks and balances
separation of powers
republicanism
democracy
federalism

That's the only question I have left any help you can give would be awesome:)

Answer 30

The rule of law is a system in which the following four universal principles are upheld:

-The government and its officials and agents as well as individuals and private entities are accountable under the law.
-The laws are clear, publicized, stable and just, are applied evenly, and protect fundamental rights, including the security of persons and property.
-The process by which the laws are enacted, administered and enforced is accessible, fair and efficient.
-Justice is delivered timely by competent, ethical, and independent representatives and neutrals who are of sufficient number, have adequate resources, and reflect the makeup of the communities they serve.
these are DIRECTLY from my notebook.

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Is rule of law what makes every one follow the same laws?

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Federalism enables States or peoples who differ a good deal from one another or have different backgrounds to join together for common benefits, without some of the States or groups being required to obey unquestioningly whatever the largest State or group orders. In this sense, federalism protects minority rights—the rights of communities or whole regions to maintain their customs, their diversity and individuality, their self-rule. It was so with the Federal union of 1787–1788: South Carolina was not required by the Constitution to model itself on Massachusetts, and in turn Massachusetts did not have to adopt the ways of South Carolina. Yet those two very different political communities found it possible to cooperate through the federal republic of the United States on many matters, most of the time, for the following sixty-four years, without resorting to force. Federalism, then, is associated with “States’ Rights” and is regarded as an important means for the preservation of local self-government.

The separation of powers doctrine is also closely associated with rule of law, and may be said to be an indispensable means for its attainment. If any one body had the power to interpret and enforce its own laws, there would be no force, other than good will, to counteract the temptation to use the powers of government to provide exemptions from the operation of the law and establish special privileges and immunities for the ruling class or governing faction.

checks and balances is like each branch(legislative executive and judicial) cannot overpower one another. this allows them to "check" on each other not allowing the others to get more powerful.

republicanism is the principles of a theory of government in which the supreme power rests in the body of citizens entitled to vote and exercised by representatives they elect directly or indirectly and by an elected or nominated president.

democracy is an organization or situation in which everyone is treated equally and has equal rights phew that was exciting

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wow thats a lot of info haha:)

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Haha you're funny:) still bored?? Cuzzz if you still want to help I have one last question:)

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sure. and im serious about the whole single thing.

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4. Describe how the Constitution distributes, shares, and limits power and responsibility. (think separation of powers & federalism) and don't worry I will tell everybody:)

Answer 39

ok good now i got something to not be so bored about. give me like 2-5 mins to type.

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Just keep it dumbed down for me ;)

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nahh your not stupid. ill see what i can do :)

Answer 42

A Bill of Rights as contained in the Amendments to the US Constitution, provides an admirable philosophical statement, for application in concrete situations, of the basis on which the power of legislatures and governments may be limited. A Bill of Rights places limitations on the powers of government and creates an area of freedom for individual action. The problem with the US Bill of Rights has been that after the New Deal (FDR), it was construed by judges who have re-interpreted its philosophical basis. The US Bill of Rights has provided some significant limitations on state power in the US. In the hey-day of American liberalism, if not for the Bill of Rights, there would have been far more interference with individual freedom, with the consequence that the US would be a less free place than it is today.
A related basis on which the power of legislatures and governments may be limited is as a consequence of a division of power between the center and the states in a federal system. The division of power has the effect that each party to the federation is restricted in its exercise of power by the existence of other units. The Commonwealth government is compelled to share its power with the States and the States' power is restricted by the power of the Commonwealth and the powers of the other states. BAM there you go one easily summarized paragraph about power and responsibilities.

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to the best of my ability

Answer 44

Could you use smaller words I'm a little confused:)

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ok ok. hold on

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ill just copy what i wrote and paraphrase

Answer 47

A Bill of Rights as contained in the Amendments to the US Constitution, gives support for application in concrete situations, in which the power of legislatures and governments may be limited. A Bill of Rights places limitations on the powers of government and creates an area of freedom for individual action. The problem with the US Bill of Rights has been that after the New Deal (FDR), it was taken apart and changed by judges who have changed is power. The US Bill of Rights has provided some significant limitations on state power in the US. In the older days of American liberalism, if not for the Bill of Rights, there would have been far more interference with individual freedom such as riots, with the consequence that the US would be a less free place than it is today.
A related basis on which the power of legislatures and governments may be limited is as a consequence of a division of power between the center and the states in a federal system. The division of power has the effect that each party to the federation is restricted in how it uses and distributes its power. The Commonwealth government is compelled to share its power with the States and the States' power is restricted by the power of the Commonwealth and the powers of the other states. BAM there you go one easily summarized paragraph about power and responsibilities.

Answer 48

Thank you:)

Answer 49

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