The Constitution protects individual rights through various amendments, especially the Bill of Rights. These include freedom of speech, religion, and press; right to bear arms; protection against unreasonable searches; right to due process; and many others. These rights place limits on what government can do to citizens, ensuring that democracy doesn't become tyranny of the majority.
These rights protect citizens from government overreach and ensure that democracy respects individual freedom. They are the foundation of American liberty and what makes the country different from authoritarian regimes.
Individual rights are not absolute—they can be limited for public safety, national security, or to protect other people's rights. The balance between rights and government interests is constantly debated in courts.
These rights protect citizens from government overreach and ensure that democracy respects individual freedom. They are the foundation of American liberty and what makes the country different from authoritarian regimes.
Individual rights are not absolute—they can be limited for public safety, national security, or to protect other people's rights. The balance between rights and government interests is constantly debated in courts.