Explain the difference between civil rights and civil liberties in 1-3 sentences. Give an example of each. Tell how the Bill of Rights and other amendments to the Constitution protect both.
Civil rights refer to the legal rights that ensure equality and fair treatment for all individuals, especially from discrimination based on characteristics such as race, gender, or disability. An example of a civil right is the right to vote, protected by the 15th Amendment. On the other hand, civil liberties are personal freedoms and protections guaranteed to individuals, limiting the power of the government. The First Amendment's protection of freedom of speech is an example of a civil liberty. The Bill of Rights and other amendments protect both civil rights and civil liberties by explicitly outlining specific rights and limitations on government actions to safeguard individual freedoms and ensure equal treatment.
