The constitution was shaped by european traditions, particularly ideas as reflected in the magna carta and the bill of rights of 1689.

the united states has a federal government. the president is the head of the federal government of the united states. however, each state forms its government for administration purposes. the powers of the state governments are exercised within restricted state boundaries. and citizens participate in this government by voting.

the values of the selma marchers was to bring   their ability to vote into law. mlk was not hat march, which was protesting toward lbj