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This chapter explores essential civil liberties, emphasizing the freedom to think and act without government interference. It discusses censorship limitations, such as the impossibility of banning printed materials, the importance of petitioning the government for action, and definitions of slander and libel. Additionally, it covers legal processes like search warrants and indictments, and outlines the roles of lobbyists and casework in aiding citizens. Understanding these concepts is vital for recognizing how they shape our rights and governance.
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Chapter 4 Content Vocab Section 1&2 1)Civil Liberties- The freedom we have to think and act to government. 2)Censorship- cant ban printed materials or films merely. 3)Petition- Formal request for government action.
4)Slander- spoken untruths that are harmful to someone. • 5)Libel- printed lies. • 6) search warrant - court ordering law that allows enforcers to search
7) indictment- a formal charge by a group of citizens • 16) franking privilege- sending job- related mail without paying for it • 17) lobbyist- people hired by private groups • 18) casework- people from communities request help from the government
19) Pork-barrel project- projects that benefit home district or states 20) Joint resolution-
