Historical Events tagged with "individual rights"
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Ratification of the Bill of Rights Begins
The United States Congress formally sent the Bill of Rights to the states for ratification, marking a significant development in American constitutional law. Proposed amendments aimed to safeguard individual liberties and limit government power. The list of proposed amendments included protections such as freedom of speech and the right to bear arms. This action set the stage for debates across various state legislatures, engaging citizens and politicians alike in discussions about the balance between authority and personal freedoms.
Continue ReadingVirginia Passes the Statute for Religious Freedom
The Virginia General Assembly enacted the Statute for Religious Freedom, authored by Thomas Jefferson, establishing a foundation for religious liberty. The statute declared all individuals have the right to practice any religion freely, free from governmental interference. Jefferson's work laid the groundwork for the separation of church and state in America, influencing both state and federal constitutions. Enacted in Richmond, Virginia, it marked a significant step in promoting equality and protecting individual freedoms in a new nation.
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