Complete all the steps below for this assignment. (10 points total)
First, think of an issue where the government does not yet provide civil rights protections.
Create a constitutional amendment designed to protect the group involved in that issue. Be sure the amendment deals with civil rights - the protection of a disadvantaged group from discrimination by the majority.
This should be between 2-5 sentences. Remember your amendment proposal should protect a disadvantaged group from the majority. (In other words, do not pick a group who is not disadvantaged)
Things to consider while writing your amendment:
who/what group should be protected
What right are you protecting
Example the 19th Amendment protects women’s right to vote because you cannot restrict voting access based on sex.
Here is a quick reference of the current 27 amendments. Make sure you are not suggesting an amendment we already have!
Write the amendment in the box below (4 points):
Describe the group the amendment is designed to protect, and what will they protected from (2 points):
Finally, write an explanation to persuade Americans why this amendment should be ratified. This should be 4-6 sentences in length. (4 points):
Amendment Proposal: The 28th Amendment to the Constitution should protect the rights of LGBTQ+ individuals from discrimination. This amendment would ensure that no person can be discriminated against or denied their civil rights based on their sexual orientation or gender identity.
The amendment is designed to protect the LGBTQ+ community from discrimination and prejudice. It aims to ensure that LGBTQ+ individuals have the same rights and protections as any other citizen of the United States. This includes protection from discrimination in employment, housing, public accommodations, and other areas of everyday life.
This amendment should be ratified to ensure equal treatment and fairness for all individuals, regardless of their sexual orientation or gender identity. Discrimination against the LGBTQ+ community is a violation of basic human rights and goes against the principles of equality and fairness that our nation was founded upon. By ratifying this amendment, we affirm our commitment to equality and justice for all, and send a strong message that discrimination based on sexual orientation or gender identity is not acceptable in our society.