What elements in colonial America fostered the growth of democratic institutions?
What will be an ideal response?
Good answers would include a selection of the following elements: the development of colonial assemblies modeled on the House of Commons and exercising substantial law-making powers; experience with parliamentary bodies from British heritage; town meetings and separatists’ church assemblies; an independent press; distrust of the British Crown resulting in a desire for independent government; and experiences at the First and Second Continental Congresses.
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Any right granted to a child by the Family Code, constitution, or laws of this state or the laws of the United States may be waived in proceedings if.
a. The waiver is made by the child and the attorney for the child b. The child understands the right and the possible consequences c. The waiver is voluntary d. The waiver is made in writing or recorded e. All of the above
Contrast the responsibilities and power structures of the House and the Senate
What will be an ideal response?