This website outlines what the right to "privacy" really is. No where in the constitution does it state that we as Americans have any sort of privacy rights. It gives examples of court cases that failed because there was no right to privacy in the constitution like many people like to think.

As we all know religion is a big part of a lot of peoples lives. As an American we have the right to practice our own religion, whatever that may be. This website explains how the government is a big advocate of trying to protect and promote the right to practice your own religion.

This website provides a great timeline on the history of the United States in regards to voting. When the constitution was written on white males who owned property were able to vote. we have obviously came a long way since then and the timeline explains every time the voting laws have changed up to date.

This article is about a recent study that indicates which states have more personal freedoms. The study was based on laws and how strict they were and the restrictions on the citizens of that state. It was conducted to see which states allow their citizens to leave the most personal, private, and free life possible.

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This article explains why it is necessary for schools to have dress code requirements. Theres this idea that if you dress properly and so do all your peers then it creates a better learning environment for everyone with less distractions.

This article explains Arizona's new gun law proposed by Jan Brewer. In Arizona if you are at least 21 years of age you can now carry a concealed weapon with no permit required. This brings back our second amendment rights that many feared were diminishing. Citizens are obviously excited about the new law as it provides means for protection, but police are a little uneasy.

Many people get confused on what freedom of speech actually means. This website gives specific details on what exactly freedom of speech does mean and whats acceptable, like burning the american flag. At the same time it outlines what would not be seen as freedom of speech, such as something that would harm another person.

This website says the law on gay marriage in each specific state. Using a map of the United States you can simply click on the state you'd like to know about and off to the right is states the law. It also gives the date in which voters approved or disapproved of such a bill.

This website is dedicated to those with HIV and AIDS. In this specific section if explains why marijuana could be beneficial to those with HIV/AIDS. Here you can find out what marijuana is, its uses, and side effects.

Although it is believed that you must be 21 to drink alcohol in the United States, this is not the case. You must be 21 to purchase or be in possession but drinking is a different issue. States can choose whether or not it is allowable for persons under the age of 21 to drink, like in Texas if your parent consents to you drinking and its on your property it is not against the law.