The Right to Petition the Government
Christine Blackerby and Jennifer Johnson gave a tour of the National Archives “Amending America” exhibit. They discussed the process in which citizens petitioned the government in the 18th century and how that right looks now.
Description
Christine Blackerby gave a tour of the National Archives “Amending America” exhibit. They discussed the process in which citizens petitioned the government in the 18th century and how that right looks now.
Bell Ringer Assignment
- What is meant by "petition the government for redress of grievances?"
- What was the process of petitioning the government in the 18th and 19th century?
- How has the process of petitioning the government changed?
Additional Resource
- Bell Ringer: State Referendums and Ballot Initiatives
Missouri Secretary of State Jay Ashcroft explained the differences between ballot initiatives and referendums. Specifically, he discussed the rules and regulations for this process in the state of Missouri.
Participants
Vocabulary
- 1st Amendment
- Bill Of Rights
- Constitution
- Petition
- Redress Of Grievances