US Constitution: The Concept of Limited Government

The video discusses the principle of limited government in the US, contrasting it with authoritarian regimes. It explains how the US Constitution establishes a government with checks and balances across three branches. The Bill of Rights further limits government power, protecting individual freedoms. The 14th Amendment extends these limits to state and local governments. However, national security concerns sometimes lead to relaxed privacy protections, sparking public protests.

In what ways have courts relaxed limits on government power in the name of national security?

What actions have people taken in response to government intrusions on their rights?