Explain Why a Federal Statute That Permits Federal Suits Against

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Essay

Explain why a federal statute that permits federal suits against defendants who have committed crimes against women is unconstitutional while civil rights laws are considered constitutional.

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Definitions:

Philip Zimbardo

An American psychologist known for his research on social psychology, notably the Stanford prison experiment.

Simulated Prison

A psychological experiment setup designed to study the effects of perceived power, focusing on the struggle between prisoners and prison officers.

Prison Guard

An individual responsible for the supervision, safety, and security of prisoners in a cell, ward, or prison yard.

Prisoner

An individual who is held in confinement as a punishment for a crime or while awaiting trial.