Democracy Vocab/Goals Review

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A person who is a judge, often on the Supreme Court.

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Justice

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An act or decision for others to follow; sets an example in similar circumstances.

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Precedent

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Freedom in the Constitution that the government can't take away

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Constitutional Right

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The side in court accusing wrongdoing

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Prosecution

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The person in court proving they did nothing wrong

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Defendant

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Political mindset emphasizing individual freedom to pursue goals and problem-solving without government intervention.

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Conservative

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Political mindset advocating government action for equal opportunities and rights.

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Liberal

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First ten amendments of the US Constitution are known as...

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Bill of Rights

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Requesting a higher court to reverse a lower court's decision

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Appeal

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Not a purpose of the U.S. Constitution:

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to declare independence from England