Question

(B) Thomas Jefferson has been attributed to have said, "An educated citizenry is a vital requisite for our survival as a free people." Reflect on what you have learned so far in this course, and discuss what aspects of the American legal system surprised you, and what you believe is important for Americans to better understand as informed citizens.

Answer 1

The tenants of our democratic republic rely on education of the populous. If the people aren't educated, then they can't fight back. They are easily took over and brainwashed. Even if the Schools try to brain wash you, you still learn enough to not end up brainwashed... This can be seen all around by students. With a proper education, the Students learn to question and educate themselves in time.

The American legal system is based on a system of federalism. It made a clear distinction between the various branches of government and their respective jurisdictions.The separation of Federal and state powers remains one of the most distinctive features of the American legal system.The U.S. system is noted for having many rules that are seen as favorable to plaintiffs. For example, each party to a private lawsuit pays its own legal fees and a loser does not pay a winner’s legal costs as in the United Kingdom. The American legal system is well known for its especially adversarial nature.The American legal system’s methods of litigation are more adversarial, unpredictable and costly, and its courts have a larger role in making and implementing public policy.

Similarly, An Informed Citizen has very well acquintance with its rights and thus leads a Better Life than other Citizen. Therefore there should be Free Education to all. Education is most important to be an informed citizen.