1. List and explain the four main features and functions of constitutions. Be sure to associate your answers with specific models from countries explored in this course.
According to the teaching of this course, some constitutions features and functions are Theories of government, humanity, society and God. When it comes down to it , constitutions are designed to prevent the government from doing unethical things to others like illegal search and seizure and unwarranted surveillance activities.
We all need protection from the government and ourselves in general. Constitutions that protect citizens of all races and sexual orientation should be equal and constitutions should be enacted to protect these rights and more.
Without constitutions some of our basic rights such as the right to vote or freedom of speech. When it comes religion and God, everyone should have the basic right to accept, engage and exercise in religious beliefs or on their behalf. Take for example, Brazil and Africa their constitution focuses on social rights, while The United Kingdom is rooted civil rights.
The US Constitution is a remarkable document. Too bad the US style of the constitution that deals with civil rights, but not social rights is the least popular kind of world constitution. It is amazing what others think.
We have a national government that has a legislative, executive and judicial branch that has a system of checks and balances within those three branches. There is also a division of power between the federal government and the states in general, right along with protecting citizens individual human rights.
2. Are political parties necessary in a democratic political system? Why or why not? Be sure to explicate your answer using precise examples from the countries considered in this course.
When it comes to political parties, they do indeed get a bad rap in more ways than one. They are concerned with power, and sometimes abuse the