Center For Civic Education
60 Second Civics: Legal Protections of Rights Pt. 8: Limiting Government
The Founders thought that although government is necessary, it is the greatest threat to individual rights.
Center For Civic Education
60 Second Civics: Rights in the Constitution Pt. 3: Protecting Individual Rights
How does the Constitution protect you from the government of your state? Find out on today's podcast.
Center For Civic Education
60 Second Civics: Legal Protections of Rights Pt. 9: Protection Against Tyranny
James Madison thought that in a democracy, the greatest threat came from those in the majority who sought to oppress minorities.
Center For Civic Education
60 Second Civics: Rights in the Constitution Pt. 4: Protecting Individual Rights
How does the Constitution protect you from the federal government? Learn all about it on today's episode.
Center For Civic Education
60 Second Civics: Creating Bill of Rights Pt. 5: Concerns About State Government
Madison was concerned about state governments violating individual rights. So, he included several amendments that protected these rights.