explain the concepts of civil rights and civil liberties in the United States. Describe the differences between the two, provide examples, and cite any relevant amendments or Supreme Court cases.

• Paragraph 1 – You need to discuss civil rights. Think about these questions as you write this paragraph:
  • Define civil rights. Use the definition provided in the lecture video for this module.
  • What are some major events and legislation relating to civil rights?
  • Are there any amendments or landmark Supreme Court cases that discuss/cover civil rights?
• Paragraph 2 –  You need to discuss civil liberties. Think about these questions as you write this paragraph:
  • Define civil liberties. Use the definition provided in the lecture video for this module.
  • What are some major events and legislation relating to civil liberties?
  • Are there any amendments or landmark Supreme Court cases that discuss/cover civil liberties?
• Paragraph 3 – Using the information you wrote in the first two paragraphs, you need to put this all together by describing the differences. Think about these questions as you write this paragraph:
  • When did these concepts originate?
  • When did the major events and legislation take place?
  • Relate civil liberties and civil rights to specific current events in the United States. 

While you should rely on your own understanding to complete this assignment, if you do quote from the readings, be sure to provide a work(s) cited page.