Describe the Piecemeal Nationalization of the Bill of Rights Throughout

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Essay

Describe the piecemeal nationalization of the Bill of Rights throughout American history.In particular, discuss the Supreme Court's pre-Civil War interpretation of the scope of the Bill of Rights, the Fourteenth Amendment, and the process, under the Palko test, of selective incorporation.

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Definitions:

Decentralization

The delegation of decision-making authority from central management to lower levels in the organizational hierarchy, often to improve the responsiveness and flexibility of a company.

Advantage

A favorable position or condition that puts one in a better position compared to others, often used in the context of competitive scenarios.

Franchisor

The entity that provides a franchise.

Franchisee

The entity that pays for a franchise.