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First Amendment Of US Constitution

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Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof; or abridging the freedom of speech, or of the press; or the right of the people peaceably to assemble, and to petition the Government for a redress of grievances.

(Says Congress but it's usually viewed as universal)

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Significance of the Bill of Rights

How Ten Amendments Solidified Our Nation

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http://www.billofrights.com/

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I'm for free speech but that 'college website' that just came out that discusses all the dirty secrets of its members is another reason why the First Amendment can be a double edged sword when it comes to 'slander' and 'neglegence'

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Hi all,

Say FIRE in a theater,.......or a few other choice words,....

KB

But it's okay to say FIRE! at the rifle range.

...thanks to the 2nd Amendment. :D

Amendment One

Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof; or abridging the freedom of speech, or of the press; or the right of the people peaceably to assemble, and to petition the Government for a redress of grievances.

Amendment Two

A well regulated Militia, being necessary to the security of a free State, the right of the people to keep and bear Arms, shall not be infringed.

Amendment Three

No Soldier shall, in time of peace be quartered in any house, without the consent of the Owner, nor in time of war, but in a manner to be prescribed by law.

Amendment Four

The right of the people to be secure in their persons, houses, papers, and effects, against unreasonable searches and seizures , shall not be violated, and no Warrants shall issue , but upon probable cause, supported by Oath or affirmation, and particularly describing the place to be searched, and the persons or things to be seized.

Amendment Five

No person shall be held to answer for a capital, or otherwise infamous crime, unless on a presentment or indictment of a Grand Jury, except in cases arising in the land or naval forces, or in the Militia, when in actual service in time of War or public danger; nor shall any person be subject for the same offence to be twice put in jeopardy of life or limb; nor shall be compelled in any criminal case to be a witness against himself, nor be deprived of life, liberty, or property, without due process of law; nor shall private property be taken for public use, without just compensation.

Amendment Six

In all criminal prosecutions, the accused shall enjoy the right to a speedy and public trial, by an impartial jury of the State and district wherein the crime shall have been committed, which district shall have been previously ascertained by law, and to be informed of the nature and cause of the accusation; to be confronted with the witnesses against him; to have compulsory process for obtaining witnesses in his favor, and to have the Assistance of Counsel for his defence.

Amendment Seven

In Suits at common law, where the value in controversy shall exceed twenty dollars, the right of trial by jury shall be preserved, and no fact tried by a jury, shall be otherwise re-examined in any Court of the United States, than according to the rules of the common law.

Amendment Eight

Excessive bail shall not be required, nor excessive fines imposed, nor cruel and unusual punishments inflicted.

Amendment Nine

The enumeration in the Constitution, of certain rights, shall not be construed to deny or disparage others retained by the people.

Amendment Ten

The powers not delegated to the United States by the Constitution, nor prohibited by it to the States, are reserved to the States respectively, or to the people.

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Hope you don't pay it too much!! :blink::unsure:

Me too!

Australia is a gorgeous country. All I've heard from friends who have visited or even moved there love it. Hey theres an idea....

Australia to see the Roos and such.

Could you PM some links to me.

Warm wishs,

zepbaby

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First Amendment Of US Constitution

===

Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof; or abridging the freedom of speech, or of the press; or the right of the people peaceably to assemble, and to petition the Government for a redress of grievances.

(Says Congress but it's usually viewed as universal)

==

Significance of the Bill of Rights

How Ten Amendments Solidified Our Nation

150_bigstockphoto_Parchments_259480.jpg

http://www.billofrights.com/

zepbaby

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Freedom of speech............ that seems pretty "open minded" to me...... know what i mean, zepbaby. Baby ?

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Just a bit of fun. Love the VIRGIN trains there :rolleyes:

Cheers,

zepbaby

I'm having fun too.........anyway it's really late here (3 20am)..time for a cup of tea and spliff then bed......night night.

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