"The most valuable end of government is the liberty of its inhabitants. No possible advantages can compensate for the loss of this privilege."
—Patrick Henry

From what you know about the Constitution, do you agree with Patrick Henry's statement? Why or why not?

Patrick Henry was a leader of the Anti-Federalists. How does this quote support their position on the Constitution?

How does Henry's statement reflect the idea of social contract? How does the idea of social contract protect people's natural and individual rights?

What is the current ruling on drug testing minors in public schools? Do you agree or disagree?

Which of the following statements best illustrates an argument on whether congress is effective on providing oversight of the bureaucracy? a. congress is very effective in providing oversight of the bureaucracy. b. congress is not very effective in providing oversight to the bureaucracy because they lack the technical expertise and they are part of the iron triangles that create a relationship with the bureaucracy and interest groups to show more a. congress is very effective in providing oversight of the bureaucracy. b.congress is not very effective in providing oversight to the bureaucracy because they lack the technical expertise and they are part of the iron triangles that create a relationship with the bureaucracy and interest groups to further their own interests and not necessarily the public interest. c.congress provides effective oversight of the bureaucracy through the budgetary process. d.congress is not effective in providing oversight because of the budget and enabling legislation.