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AP US Government
Unit 3 – Civil Liberties and Civil Rights
Topic 3.6
What ensures the continued existence of the Eighth Amendment prohibiting cruel and unusual punishment?
It embodies human rights principles and mitigates against harsh penal systems.
It has unanimous public support.
It decreases government spending on prisons.
It reduces prison overcrowding issues.
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AP US Government - 3.6 Amendments: Balancing Individual Freedom with Public Order and Safety
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