What is the first formal act of the texas house of representatives at the beginning of a legislative session?

Excessive bail shall not be required, nor excessive fines imposed, nor cruel and unusual punishments inflicted. which of the following possible court cases could legitimately be argued under the terms of the quote above? a person says that bail for a suspect in a serious federal crime is too low. a person claims that charging court fees is an unconstitutional policy. a person complains that a sentence is too long for the crime. a person argues that jails and prisons are inhumane.

In at least two paragraphs, discuss the differences between the principles of republicanism and democracy. explain whether you think the united states is more of a republic or a democracy. refer to at least one example from the constitution

What are objects called that have value in and of themselves as well as value as a means of exchange? custom commodity money currency simple money