The Magna Carta of 1215, for instance, set a groundbreaking precedent by binding even the king to the rule of law and affirming that Englishmen were “free-born.” This commitment was further solidified ...
The ABA Standing Committee on the Law Library of Congress cosponsored a lecture with the Library of Congress: "Magna Carta from Runnymede to Washington: Old Laws, New Discoveries." Magna Carta scholar ...
His understanding of the dynamics of English society makes his account of the final civil war and the background to Magna Carta altogether more convincing. Where Morris is content to describe, Church ...
From July 11 to November 2, 2025, visitors will be able to see the rare documents as part of a new exhibition, Magna Carta and the North. On display will be the only surviving 1216 Magna Carta ...
Magna Carta outlined the right to a fair trial and the principle that no-one was above the law Three rare Magna Cartas will go on display to celebrate the 800th anniversary of a 1225 issue.
House Speaker Martin Romualdez urged his fellow lawmakers to unite in advancing the passage of the proposed Magna Carta of Children—the landmark measure aimed at promoting a nurturing environment for ...
Today, rights consciousness has expanded to include issues of gender equality, racial justice, LGBTQ+ rights, environmental rights and the rights of marginalized groups. While the language of rights ...
Vice President Kamala Harris staged a hopeful campaign, one full of optimism, righteousness of purpose, and a promise to make life better for so many of us. But are Americans ready to elect a ...