Why Does Justice Douglas, Dissenting in Miller V

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Short Answer

Why does Justice Douglas, dissenting in Miller v.California, state that "obscenity cases have no business being in the courts"?

Interpret the implications of specific amendments, particularly regarding citizenship, rights not enumerated, and states' powers.

Understand the distinctive elements of the Bill of Rights in comparison to British precedent and other historical documents.

Analyze the use of the Constitution and its phrases like "We the People" in historical arguments and political discourse.

Identify and describe specific rights enumerated in the Bill of Rights.

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Definitions:

Ordained Ministers

Ordained ministers are individuals who have been formally sanctioned by a religious organization to conduct its religious rites, services, and provide pastoral care and leadership to its congregation.

United Church of Canada

is a Protestant denomination in Canada, known for its inclusive policies and diverse membership.

Anabaptist Church

The Anabaptist Church is a Christian denomination known for its emphasis on adult baptism, pacifism, and separation from state matters, originating in the 16th-century Radical Reformation.

Opiate of the People

A term describing something that numbs the individuals to their socio-economic conditions, often attributed to religion or entertainment.