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Civil democracy documents are precious people intention. Read and then cocreate AHpoem for ones own benefit; thinkdo. I offer my monthly document effort to encourage your own.

AHpoem. BillofCivilRights(12.15.1791)

BillofRights CivilRight1 conscience, speech, press, assembly, petition;1      BillofRights CivilRight2 is right to bear arms protect one from harm;2   Bill’fRights CivilRight3 stops quartering soldiers spying on people;3     secure in person, house, papers against unlawful searchNseizure;4     The 5th freedom is criminal rights and the right to remain silent;5     accused shall have a fair, speedy, public trail by impartial jury;6    BillofRights CivilRight 7 ‘s civil case rights, Amendment 7;7      Bill’fRights CivilRight 8 ‘s no excessive bail or fines, nor cruel punishment;8     Bill’fRights CivilRight9 Citizens hold power not passed to gov.;9     BillofRights CivilRight10 States have reserved powers, not only Fed.;10     HighPriest gives HolyRite, holiday, weekend service in God’f hebrew;11    Citizens give BillofRights CivilRights enTHee NatureLawConscious[7/4];12      USA CivilRights are guarantees for civilState citizens.13  

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The very first addition of civilrights added to the USA Constitutional civilState government is called the BILL OF RIGHTS 12.15.1791 Ratified by the 13 states.

PREAMBLE to Bill of Rights

Congress of the United States begun and held at the City of New-York, on Wednesday the fourth of March, one thousand seven hundred and eighty nine.

THE Conventions of a number of the States, having at the time of their adopting the Constitution, expressed a desire, in order to prevent misconstruction or abuse of its powers, that further declaratory and restrictive clauses should be added: And as extending the ground of public confidence in the Government, will best ensure the beneficent ends of its institution.

RESOLVED by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America, in Congress assembled, two thirds of both Houses concurring, that the following Articles be proposed to the Legislatures of the several States, as amendments to the Constitution of the United States, all, or any of which Articles, when ratified by three fourths of the said Legislatures, to be valid to all intents and purposes, as part of the said Constitution; viz.

ARTICLES in addition to, and Amendment of the Constitution of the United States of America, proposed by Congress, and ratified by the Legislatures of the several States, pursuant to the fifth Article of the original. Constitution.

1. AMENDMENT I

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.

2.AMENDMENT II

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.

3.AMENDMENT III

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.

4.AMENDMENT IV

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.

5.AMENDMENT V

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.

6.AMENDMENT VI

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.

7.Amendment VII
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.


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


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


10.Amendment X
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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ANOTHER MONTH 12 DEMOCRACY DOCUMENT…
12.10.1948  The Universal Declaration of Human Rights is a milestone document. (herein, simplified for children)

Preamble

Whereas dignity, equality, inalienable rights of all is the foundation for freedom, justice, peace.  Whereas disregard and contempt for human rights have resulted in barbarous acts.  Whereas human rights should be protected by the rule of law.  Whereas it is essential to promote the development of friendly relations.  Whereas the peoples of the United Nations have determined to promote social progress.  Whereas Member States have pledged themselves to achieve, in co-operation with the United Nations, the promotion of universal respect.  Whereas a common understanding of these rights and  freedoms is of the greatest importance for the full realization of this pledge.

Now, therefore,

The General Assembly,

Proclaims the Universal Declaration of Human Rights as a common standard.

Article 1  All human beings are born free and equal in dignity and rights. They are endowed with reason and conscience and should act towards one another in a spirit of brotherhood. [ agape, ren ]

1. agape  2. Declaration is for all.  3. life, liberty, security of person  4. NO slavery, NO slave trade  5. NO torture  6. iam human  7. equal protection of the law  8. right to remedy for acts violating rights  9. NO arbitrary arrest  10. fair, public hearing  11. presumed innocent until proved guilty  12. privacy of family, home, correspondence. NO attacks on ones  honor and reputation  13. freedom of movement  14. right to seek asylum  15. right to a nationality  16. family  17. own property  18. freedom of thought, conscience  19. freedom of opinion and expression  20. freedom of peaceful assembly  21. equal access to public services  22. social security  23. right to work  24. right to rest  25. adequate standard of living  26. education, evolve  27. science/social advancements for all  28. social and international order  29. duties to communities  30. NO destruction on rights herein

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