60-Second Civics: Episode 4303, Why Have a Bill of Rights?: Rights, Part 2

60-Second Civics Podcast

English - April 02, 2021 07:00 - ★★★★ - 76 ratings
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The English Bill of Rights of 1689 was passed by Parliament, which means that Parliament can change it at any time. The American Bill of Rights, in contrast, is part of the U.S. Constitution, which is much more difficult to change, as are states' bills of rights.

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